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.
BARRACK ROAD, DT1 1AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRACK ROAD, DT1 1AA.
293
42
£ 0 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Dorchester Middle School
The Thomas Hardye School
Damers First School
St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester
St Osmund's Church of England Middle School
The Prince of Wales School
Manor Park Church of England First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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, 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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: DT11AA · Data under Open Government Licence