BA7 7DS is a safe, established residential area on Torbay Road, 0.7km 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 mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k, down 44.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7DS are sourced from Output Area E00148574 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TORBAY ROAD, BA7 7DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TORBAY ROAD, BA7 7DS.
231
46
£ 47,700 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BA7 7DS is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 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 down 44.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA7 7DS. The average age is 45.6. 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. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 350,000
2 sales · Mean £ 350,000
Terraced
£ 235,000
2 sales · Mean £ 235,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA7 7DS has low crime rates — 24 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 Bread0.7 km
- Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.7 km
- Denela's Bakery Ltd0.7 km
- George's Fruit and Veg0.7 km
- McColls0.7 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Avalon House B&B0.7 km
- Ellesmere B&B0.8 km
- George Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bay Tree0.7 km
- The White Hart0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Burnt Honey @ Pithers0.8 km
- Home Cafe0.8 km
- Miah's Castle Tandoori0.7 km
- Pithers Bistro0.8 km
- The Place0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.7 km
- Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.6 km
- Dragon House0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary1.1 km
- Bruton5.9 km
- Templecombe12.4 km
Bus Stops
- Station Road0.3 km
- Station Road0.3 km
- Victoria Gardens0.3 km
- Victoria Gardens0.3 km
- Florida Fields0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BA77DS · Data under Open Government Licence