DT10 1BL is a safe, established residential area on Green Close, 0.2km from Rixon in Sturminster Newton. Administratively it sits within Sturminster Newton ward and the North Dorset constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k, down 30.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT10 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00103701 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREEN CLOSE, DT10 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREEN CLOSE, DT10 1BL.
458
46
£ 45,200 /yr
50%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DT10 1BL is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 30.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT10 1BL. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
10 sales · Mean £ 233,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT10 1BL has low crime rates — 23 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
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- The Eco Market1.0 km
- Bulmag Ltd0.9 km
- Chocolate Arthouse0.4 km
- Oxfords Bakery1.0 km
- Root and Vine1.0 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Royal British Legion0.8 km
- Sturminster Newton United Football Club0.4 km
- The Swan Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Harts Coffee Shop0.8 km
- Poets Corner Cafe0.9 km
- Café Connect0.5 km
- The Stur of the Moment1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Southern Co-op0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gillingham (Dorset)11.3 km
- Templecombe11.4 km
- Sherborne15.4 km
Bus Stops
- Green Close0.1 km
- Green Close0.1 km
- The Sheppards Yard0.1 km
- Manston Road0.2 km
- Alder Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DT101BL · Data under Open Government Licence