Postcode Analysis South Somerset, South West

BENNETT CLOSE, BA22 7BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BENNETT CLOSE, BA22 7BT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

558

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 41, BA22 7BT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £96k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

BA22 7BT is a safe, established residential area on Bennett Close, 0.2km from Sparkford in Sparkford. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £96k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 1.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BA22 7BT are sourced from Output Area E00148565 (shared with 22 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 BA22 7BT. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.2%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 95,625

2 sales · Mean £ 95,625

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

BA22 7BT has low crime rates — 38 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 offences14
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3
Public order2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Hazlegrove Services - F W RETAIL0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Sparkford Cricket Club0.2 km
  • Sparkford Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Castle Cary7.7 km
  • Sherborne10.6 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill10.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Church Road0.1 km
  • Church Road0.1 km
  • Sparkford Inn0.3 km
  • Sparkford Inn0.3 km