DT10 1BQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Butts Pond in Sturminster Newton. Administratively it sits within Sturminster Newton ward and the North Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, DT10 1BQ 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k, down 33.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT10 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00103700 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DT10 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT10 1BQ.
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DT10 1BQ's 68% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £331k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 33.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT10 1BQ. 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
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 213,000
4 sales · Mean £ 237,000
Semi-Detached
£ 215,750
2 sales · Mean £ 215,750
Detached
£ 375,000
9 sales · Mean £ 352,944
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT10 1BQ 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
William Barnes Primary School
Sturminster Newton High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Comins Tea House0.7 km
- Harts Coffee Shop0.3 km
- Poets Corner Cafe0.5 km
- Bank House Brasserie0.6 km
- Café Connect0.6 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Clock House Pizza0.7 km
- Sturminster Fish Bar0.7 km
- IS SHIN Chinese and Japanese Hot Food0.6 km
- Town House Dragon0.5 km
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- The Eco Market0.5 km
- Bulmag Ltd0.5 km
- Chocolate Arthouse0.2 km
- Oxfords Bakery0.5 km
- Root and Vine0.5 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Royal British Legion0.4 km
- White Hart Alehouse0.6 km
- Sturminster Newton United Football Club0.5 km
- The Swan Inn0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Southern Co-op0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Templecombe11.6 km
- Gillingham (Dorset)11.9 km
- Sherborne15.2 km
Bus Stops
- Friars Moor0.0 km
- Friars Moor0.0 km
- Alder Close0.2 km
- Alder Close0.2 km
- Nordcat Depot0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DT101BQ · Data under Open Government Licence