DT10 1DE is a sought-after residential area on Lane Fox Terrace, 0.2km from Sturminster Newton in Sturminster Newton. Administratively it sits within Sturminster Newton ward and the North Dorset constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DT10, DT10 1DE offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT10 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00103705 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LANE FOX TERRACE, DT10 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LANE FOX TERRACE, DT10 1DE.
304
57
£ 45,200 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT10 1DE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
DT10 1DE is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 80% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT10 1DE. The average age is 56.5. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 242,000
5 sales · Mean £ 217,900
Semi-Detached
£ 262,500
4 sales · Mean £ 261,250
Detached
£ 525,000
3 sales · Mean £ 593,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT10 1DE has low crime rates — 39 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
William Barnes Primary School
Yewstock School
Sturminster Newton High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Comins Tea House0.2 km
- Harts Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Poets Corner Cafe0.2 km
- Bank House Brasserie0.2 km
- Café Connect0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Clock House Pizza0.2 km
- Sturminster Fish Bar0.2 km
- IS SHIN Chinese and Japanese Hot Food0.1 km
- Town House Dragon0.1 km
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- The Eco Market0.2 km
- Bulmag Ltd0.2 km
- Chocolate Arthouse0.5 km
- Oxfords Bakery0.2 km
- Root and Vine0.2 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Bull Inn0.6 km
- Royal British Legion0.3 km
- White Hart Alehouse0.1 km
- Sturminster Newton United Football Club0.8 km
- The Swan Inn0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Southern Co-op0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Templecombe11.6 km
- Gillingham (Dorset)12.2 km
- Sherborne14.9 km
Bus Stops
- Car Park0.1 km
- Car Park0.1 km
- Market Place0.2 km
- The Car Park0.2 km
- The Library0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT101DE · Data under Open Government Licence