Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

TORBAY ROAD, BA7 7DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TORBAY ROAD, BA7 7DS.

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Population

231

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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3/10
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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences29
Anti-social behaviour5
Burglary3
Vehicle crime3
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Castle Cary Community Primary School

Requires Improvement213 pupils0.7 km
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Ansford Academy

Good587 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Avalon House B&B0.7 km
  • Ellesmere B&B0.8 km
  • George Hotel0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bay Tree0.7 km
  • The White Hart0.7 km
restaurant

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
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km
fastfood

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