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Area guide

BA7 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the BA7 postcode area, covering Castle Cary and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

BA7 area price snapshot

Average price

£225,941

Median price

£216,500

5-year trend

+28.6%

Total sales

2,647

The BA7 area has 175 individual postcodes with 2,647 registered sales. Prices are +43.1% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Castle Cary. The five-year price movement is +28.6%.

Market context

With an average of £225,941, BA7 is a mid-range area, +43.1% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 2,647 recorded sales across 175 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in BA7 is +28.6%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for BA7

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how BA7 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in BA7.
  • 🏘️Explore Castle Cary. Much of the BA7 activity centres on Castle Cary. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the BA7 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in BA7

BA7 7BS

£115,634 avg · 176 sales

BA7 7NL

£84,906 avg · 104 sales

BA7 7ES

£265,557 avg · 70 sales

BA7 7LA

£130,724 avg · 64 sales

BA7 7LG

£207,823 avg · 64 sales

BA7 7HT

£452,298 avg · 55 sales

BA7 7ND

£214,040 avg · 55 sales

BA7 7BX

£194,770 avg · 51 sales

BA7 7HA

£171,303 avg · 50 sales

View all 175 postcodes in BA7 →

Useful tools for BA7 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,019

Avg £225,941 in BA7

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare BA7 with other areas

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Castle Cary data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This BA7 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in BA7?

The average sold price in the BA7 postcode area is £225,941, based on 2,647 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Castle Cary.

How do BA7 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in BA7 average £225,941, which is +43.1% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is BA7 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

BA7 is +43.1% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. The area covers 175 postcodes.

How have BA7 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in BA7 have moved +28.6% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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