DT10 1DT is a sought-after residential area located 0.7km from Rixon 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 1DT offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DT10 1DT are sourced from Output Area E00103703 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DT10 1DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT10 1DT.
313
47
£ 45,200 /yr
53%
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 1DT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT10 1DT. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT10 1DT has low crime rates — 20 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
Sturminster Newton High School
Yewstock School
William Barnes Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- The Eco Market0.8 km
- Bulmag Ltd0.8 km
- Chocolate Arthouse0.6 km
- Oxfords Bakery0.9 km
- Root and Vine0.9 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Royal British Legion0.7 km
- White Hart Alehouse1.0 km
- Sturminster Newton United Football Club0.2 km
- The Swan Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Harts Coffee Shop0.8 km
- Poets Corner Cafe0.8 km
- Bank House Brasserie1.0 km
- Café Connect0.2 km
- Joshua's Coffee Shop1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Southern Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- IS SHIN Chinese and Japanese Hot Food0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Templecombe10.9 km
- Gillingham (Dorset)11.3 km
- Sherborne14.8 km
Bus Stops
- Sturminster High School0.0 km
- The High School0.1 km
- The High School0.1 km
- Hanover Close0.4 km
- Hanover Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DT101DT · Data under Open Government Licence