BA7 7BN is a sought-after residential area located 0.1km from Castle Cary in Castle Cary. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BA7, BA7 7BN offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 57) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7BN are sourced from Output Area E00148575 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BA7 7BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BA7 7BN.
275
57
£ 47,700 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA7 7BN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 82% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, BA7 7BN is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA7 7BN. The average age is 56.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA7 7BN has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Castle Cary Community Primary School
Ansford Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Burns the Bread0.1 km
- Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.1 km
- Denela's Bakery Ltd0.1 km
- George's Fruit and Veg0.2 km
- McColls0.1 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Avalon House B&B0.6 km
- Ellesmere B&B0.8 km
- George Hotel0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bay Tree0.6 km
- The White Hart0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Burnt Honey @ Pithers0.2 km
- Home Cafe0.2 km
- Miah's Castle Tandoori0.1 km
- One Lump or Two0.9 km
- Pithers Bistro0.2 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.1 km
- Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.1 km
- Dragon House0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary1.3 km
- Bruton5.4 km
- Templecombe12.0 km
Bus Stops
- Horsepond Inn0.1 km
- The Horsepond0.1 km
- Town Hall0.1 km
- Horse Pond Inn0.1 km
- Florida Fields0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA77BN · Data under Open Government Licence