Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

PRIORY VIEW, BA7 7DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORY VIEW, BA7 7DX.

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Population

202

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Avg Age

54

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

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. BA7 7DX's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £265k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £265k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

BA7 7DX is a sought-after residential area on Priory View, 0.1km from Ansford in Castle Cary. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

For serious buyers, BA7 7DX is 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 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7DX are sourced from Output Area E00148568 (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 7DX. The average age is 54.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 265,500

2 sales · Mean £ 265,500

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

BA7 7DX has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences38
Burglary10
Anti-social behaviour8
Vehicle crime8
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Ansford Academy

Good587 pupils0.5 km
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Castle Cary Community Primary School

Requires Improvement213 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Burns the Bread0.6 km
  • Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.5 km
  • Denela's Bakery Ltd0.6 km
  • George's Fruit and Veg0.7 km
  • McColls0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • George Hotel0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Hart0.6 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-op0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.6 km
  • Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.5 km
  • Dragon House0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Castle Cary0.8 km
  • Bruton5.2 km
  • Templecombe12.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Priory View0.1 km
  • Priory View0.1 km
  • Florida Fields0.2 km
  • Florida Fields0.2 km
  • Churchfields0.2 km