BA7 7DU is a safe, established residential area on Bridgwater Buildings, 0.4km 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. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 69% 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: Average house prices are around £277k, up 89.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7DU are sourced from Output Area E00148574 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIDGWATER BUILDINGS, BA7 7DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGWATER BUILDINGS, BA7 7DU.
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BA7 7DU's 69% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 89.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA7 7DU. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 360,000
1 sales · Mean £ 360,000
Terraced
£ 219,975
4 sales · Mean £ 218,225
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA7 7DU has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. 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 Bread0.4 km
- Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.4 km
- Denela's Bakery Ltd0.4 km
- George's Fruit and Veg0.4 km
- McColls0.4 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Avalon House B&B0.5 km
- Ellesmere B&B0.7 km
- George Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bay Tree0.5 km
- The White Hart0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Burnt Honey @ Pithers0.5 km
- Home Cafe0.5 km
- Miah's Castle Tandoori0.4 km
- Pithers Bistro0.5 km
- The Place0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.4 km
- Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.2 km
- Dragon House0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary1.2 km
- Bruton5.7 km
- Templecombe12.1 km
Bus Stops
- Victoria Gardens0.2 km
- Victoria Gardens0.2 km
- Station Road0.2 km
- Station Road0.3 km
- Horse Pond Inn0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA77DU · Data under Open Government Licence