Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BARRACK ROAD, DT1 1AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRACK ROAD, DT1 1AA.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT1 1AA spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT1 1AA is a safe, established residential area on Barrack Road, 0.3km from Northernhay in Dorchester (Dorset). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Dorchester West ward and the West Dorset constituency.

The people who live in DT1 1AA are typical of a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for DT1 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00104064 (shared with 281 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT1 1AA. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.9%
Asian / British Asian4.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DT1 1AA is moderate at 54 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.

Violence and sexual offences68
Anti-social behaviour55
Shoplifting45
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order11

school Local Schools

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Dorchester Middle School

Requires Improvement582 pupils0.8 km
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The Thomas Hardye School

Outstanding2103 pupils1.0 km
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Damers First School

Good468 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester

Good186 pupils1.3 km
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St Osmund's Church of England Middle School

Good715 pupils1.4 km
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The Prince of Wales School

Good158 pupils1.5 km
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Manor Park Church of England First School

Inadequate1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • BRAMLIES0.8 km
  • LANTERN HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST0.3 km
  • The Kings Arms Hotel0.6 km
  • Westwood House0.3 km
  • CASTERBRIDGE HOTEL0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

53 nearby
  • HOLLAND & BARRETT0.5 km
  • BLACKS OUTDOOR RETAIL LIMITED0.6 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
  • CARD FACTORY0.5 km
  • COOK0.6 km
  • + 48 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • BREWHOUSE AND KITCHEN - DORCHESTER0.7 km
  • CELESTIAL0.3 km
  • COLLITON CLUB0.3 km
  • Convivial Rabbit0.5 km
  • Dorchester Trinity Club Ltd0.5 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

66 nearby
  • CORNFLOWERS0.6 km
  • Al Molo Dorchester0.5 km
  • Ambience Dorset0.5 km
  • Basili.Co0.5 km
  • Cafe Jagos0.5 km
  • + 61 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • ICELAND FROZEN FOODS0.5 km
  • WAITROSE LTD0.6 km
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.5 km
  • Metro Supermarket0.6 km
  • SAINSBURY'S0.3 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Direct Pizza & Kebab0.8 km
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.5 km
  • Empire Kebabs & Pizza Time0.6 km
  • Food To Go0.6 km
  • Hamza's0.8 km
  • + 15 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dorchester West0.5 km
  • Dorchester0.5 km
  • Dorchester South0.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Top O Town Coach Park0.1 km
  • Dorset County Hospital0.2 km
  • Top O Town0.2 km
  • Top O Town0.3 km
  • Williams Avenue0.3 km