DT10 1BJ is a safe, established residential area on Green Close, 0.1km from Rixon in Sturminster Newton. Administratively it sits within Sturminster Newton ward and the North Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, DT10 1BJ represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £371k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT10 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00103700 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREEN CLOSE, DT10 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREEN CLOSE, DT10 1BJ.
320
44
£ 45,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DT10 1BJ is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £371k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT10 1BJ. 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
Economic Activity
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
£ 371,000
1 sales · Mean £ 371,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT10 1BJ has low crime rates — 30 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
Yewstock School
Sturminster Newton High School
William Barnes Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Comins Tea House1.0 km
- Harts Coffee Shop0.5 km
- Poets Corner Cafe0.7 km
- Bank House Brasserie0.8 km
- Café Connect0.5 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Clock House Pizza1.0 km
- Sturminster Fish Bar1.0 km
- IS SHIN Chinese and Japanese Hot Food0.8 km
- Town House Dragon0.8 km
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- The Eco Market0.7 km
- Bulmag Ltd0.7 km
- Chocolate Arthouse0.2 km
- Oxfords Bakery0.7 km
- Root and Vine0.8 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Royal British Legion0.6 km
- White Hart Alehouse0.8 km
- Sturminster Newton United Football Club0.4 km
- The Swan Inn0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Southern Co-op0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Templecombe11.6 km
- Gillingham (Dorset)11.6 km
- Sherborne15.3 km
Bus Stops
- Alder Close0.2 km
- Alder Close0.2 km
- Manston Road0.2 km
- Friars Moor0.2 km
- Friars Moor0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT101BJ · Data under Open Government Licence