DT2 is a postcode district in Dorset, South West, covering 1117 active and 157 retired postcodes.
The largest share of DT2 (35%) is characterised by a rural commuter area popular with professional households, alongside a rural area with a significant number of older people in rented flats (23%). A further 14% of the district is made up of a working countryside area — farms, fields and close-knit local communities. This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes DT2 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in DT2 are around £347k, down 15.7% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across DT2 is moderate at 104 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. The district has a mature, established population with an average age of 49 — predominantly owner-occupied, quiet, and low-turnover.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full DT2 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
DT2 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the DT2 postcode area.
26,053
49
£ 43,314 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
DT2 is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 15.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Broadmayne First School
Cheselbourne Village School
Cerne Abbas CofE VC First School
Maiden Newton, Greenford Church of England Primary School
St Mary's Church of England First School, Charminster
Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney
Winterbourne Valley Church of England Aided First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
55 nearby- Spar
- SPAR Maiden Newton
- LANCOMBE COUNTRY COTTAGES
- ACACIA CAKES
- Dorset Artisan Cheeses
- + 50 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
19 nearby- BED AND BREAKFAST
- CHURCHVIEW GUEST HOUSE
- COLESMOOR FARM
- Copse Cottage B & B
- FROME VALLEY HOUSE
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
38 nearby- ACORN INN
- BLACK DOG
- Brace of Pheasants
- BULL INN
- CERNE ABBAS CRICKET CLUBHOUSE
- + 33 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Himalayan Terrace at Minterne
- The Galley
- ABBOTS
- Artisans Pantry
- Came Down Golf Club
- + 30 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- RIVERSIDE TAKEAWAY
- Scoops
- Street Eats
- Cafe on the Slopes
- Maiden Castle Farm Catering
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op
- Crossways Camc
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