Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

WEST PARK, BA7 7DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST PARK, BA7 7DB.

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Population

334

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BA7 7DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

BA7 7DB is an established family neighbourhood — 51% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 7.5% year-on-year.

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

BA7 7DB is a safe, established residential area on West Park, 0.4km from Ansford in Castle Cary. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

This is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k, up 7.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7DB are sourced from Output Area E00148579 (shared with 11 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 7DB. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 215,000

11 sales · Mean £ 215,722

Semi-Detached

£ 228,000

1 sales · Mean £ 228,000

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

BA7 7DB 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.

Violence and sexual offences42
Anti-social behaviour8
Burglary8
Vehicle crime6
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Castle Cary Community Primary School

Requires Improvement213 pupils0.6 km
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Ansford Academy

Good587 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Burns the Bread0.5 km
  • Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.5 km
  • Denela's Bakery Ltd0.5 km
  • George's Fruit and Veg0.6 km
  • McColls0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Avalon House B&B0.8 km
  • Ellesmere B&B1.0 km
  • George Hotel0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bay Tree0.8 km
  • The White Hart0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Burnt Honey @ Pithers0.5 km
  • Home Cafe0.5 km
  • Miah's Castle Tandoori0.5 km
  • Pithers Bistro0.5 km
  • The Place0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.5 km
  • Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.4 km
  • Dragon House0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Castle Cary0.9 km
  • Bruton5.6 km
  • Templecombe12.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Victoria Gardens0.1 km
  • Victoria Gardens0.1 km
  • Station Road0.1 km
  • Station Road0.1 km
  • Florida Fields0.2 km