Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

MONTAGUE GARDENS, BA7 7BR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONTAGUE GARDENS, BA7 7BR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

339

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BA7 7BR 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.

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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BA7 7BR spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. £165k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BA7 7BR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Montague Gardens, 0.2km from Castle Cary in Castle Cary. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7BR are sourced from Output Area E00148581 (shared with 56 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA7 7BR. The average age is 52.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 123,725

6 sales · Mean £ 134,908

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BA7 7BR has low crime rates — 23 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.

Violence and sexual offences29
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime6
Public order5
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Castle Cary Community Primary School

Requires Improvement213 pupils0.3 km
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Ansford Academy

Good587 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Burns the Bread0.2 km
  • Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.2 km
  • Denela's Bakery Ltd0.2 km
  • George's Fruit and Veg0.2 km
  • McColls0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Avalon House B&B0.5 km
  • Ellesmere B&B0.8 km
  • George Hotel0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bay Tree0.6 km
  • The White Hart0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Burnt Honey @ Pithers0.2 km
  • Home Cafe0.2 km
  • Miah's Castle Tandoori0.1 km
  • One Lump or Two1.0 km
  • Pithers Bistro0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.1 km
  • Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.0 km
  • Dragon House0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Castle Cary1.2 km
  • Bruton5.4 km
  • Templecombe12.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Horsepond Inn0.1 km
  • Horse Pond Inn0.1 km
  • The Horsepond0.1 km
  • Town Hall0.2 km
  • Florida Fields0.3 km