BA7 7BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fore Street, 0.1km 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 popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7BG are sourced from Output Area E00148581 (shared with 56 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORE STREET, BA7 7BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORE STREET, BA7 7BG.
339
53
£ 47,700 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA7 7BG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BA7 7BG — age 53, 62% ownership, 34% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £180k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA7 7BG. The average age is 52.6. 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
Terraced
£ 245,000
1 sales · Mean £ 245,000
Flat
£ 115,000
1 sales · Mean £ 115,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA7 7BG has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. 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 Bread0.0 km
- Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.1 km
- Denela's Bakery Ltd0.0 km
- George's Fruit and Veg0.2 km
- McColls0.0 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Avalon House B&B0.6 km
- Ellesmere B&B0.8 km
- George Hotel0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bay Tree0.6 km
- The White Hart0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Burnt Honey @ Pithers0.1 km
- Home Cafe0.1 km
- Miah's Castle Tandoori0.1 km
- One Lump or Two0.8 km
- Pithers Bistro0.1 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.0 km
- Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.1 km
- Dragon House0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary1.3 km
- Bruton5.3 km
- Templecombe11.9 km
Bus Stops
- The Horsepond0.1 km
- Horsepond Inn0.1 km
- Town Hall0.1 km
- Horse Pond Inn0.1 km
- Florida Fields0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BA77BG · Data under Open Government Licence