Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

MANSTON ROAD, DT10 1AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANSTON ROAD, DT10 1AH.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 45,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

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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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DT10 1AH's 68% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DT10 1AH is a safe, established residential area on Manston Road, 0.2km from Rixon in Sturminster Newton. Administratively it sits within Sturminster Newton ward and the North Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT10 1AH represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT10 1AH are sourced from Output Area E00103700 (shared with 7 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 DT10 1AH. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 255,000

1 sales · Mean £ 255,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DT10 1AH has low crime rates — 24 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 offences37
Anti-social behaviour14
Other theft2
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Yewstock School

Outstanding160 pupils0.5 km
S

Sturminster Newton High School

Good600 pupils0.8 km
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William Barnes Primary School

Good167 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Comins Tea House0.9 km
  • Harts Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • Poets Corner Cafe0.6 km
  • Bank House Brasserie0.8 km
  • Café Connect0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Clock House Pizza0.9 km
  • Sturminster Fish Bar0.9 km
  • IS SHIN Chinese and Japanese Hot Food0.7 km
  • Town House Dragon0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • The Eco Market0.7 km
  • Bulmag Ltd0.6 km
  • Chocolate Arthouse0.3 km
  • Oxfords Bakery0.7 km
  • Root and Vine0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Royal British Legion0.6 km
  • White Hart Alehouse0.7 km
  • Sturminster Newton United Football Club0.5 km
  • The Swan Inn0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Southern Co-op0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Templecombe11.7 km
  • Gillingham (Dorset)11.8 km
  • Sherborne15.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Alder Close0.1 km
  • Alder Close0.1 km
  • Friars Moor0.2 km
  • Friars Moor0.2 km
  • Nordcat Depot0.3 km