BA7 7HJ is a safe, established residential area on Coombe Close, 0.3km from Ansford in Castle Cary. Administratively it sits within Castle Cary ward and the Somerton and Frome constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BA7 7HJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 63% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £441k, up 6.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BA7 7HJ are sourced from Output Area E00148580 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COOMBE CLOSE, BA7 7HJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COOMBE CLOSE, BA7 7HJ.
281
45
£ 47,700 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BA7 7HJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 63% of tenure in BA7 7HJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 6.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BA7 7HJ. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 369,725
8 sales · Mean £ 368,743
Semi-Detached
£ 252,500
2 sales · Mean £ 252,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BA7 7HJ has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
Ansford Academy
Castle Cary Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Burns the Bread0.4 km
- Castle Cary Tuesday Market0.3 km
- Denela's Bakery Ltd0.4 km
- George's Fruit and Veg0.6 km
- McColls0.4 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- George Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The White Hart0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Burnt Honey @ Pithers0.3 km
- Home Cafe0.3 km
- Miah's Castle Tandoori0.4 km
- One Lump or Two0.8 km
- Pithers Bistro0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Castle Cary Kebab & Pizza House0.5 km
- Castle Fryer Fish and Chips0.5 km
- Dragon House0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Castle Cary1.1 km
- Bruton5.0 km
- Templecombe12.1 km
Bus Stops
- Ancastle Terrace0.1 km
- Ancastle Terrace0.2 km
- Churchfields0.3 km
- Priory View0.3 km
- Priory View0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BA77HJ · Data under Open Government Licence