Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DT1 1DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT1 1DT.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

65

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

19%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT1 1DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Average age 65, 72% owned. DT1 1DT is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 65).

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

DT1 1DT is a mixed residential area located 0.4km from Dorchester in Dorchester (Dorset). Administratively it sits within Dorchester East ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT1 1DT represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 65 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for DT1 1DT are sourced from Output Area E00183089 (shared with 22 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 1DT. The average age is 64.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

19%Active
FT: 15%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

Crime around DT1 1DT is moderate at 77 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour126
Violence and sexual offences113
Shoplifting66
Criminal damage and arson23
Public order22

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester

Good186 pupils0.6 km
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St Osmund's Church of England Middle School

Good715 pupils0.7 km
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Dorchester Middle School

Requires Improvement582 pupils1.0 km
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Manor Park Church of England First School

Inadequate1.0 km
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The Thomas Hardye School

Outstanding2103 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

65 nearby
  • The Dorchester Bowls Club0.8 km
  • CORNFLOWERS0.3 km
  • Al Molo Dorchester0.4 km
  • Ambience Dorset0.3 km
  • Basili.Co0.3 km
  • + 60 more
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Retailers - Other

53 nearby
  • HOLLAND & BARRETT0.3 km
  • BLACKS OUTDOOR RETAIL LIMITED0.3 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • CARD FACTORY0.2 km
  • COOK0.3 km
  • + 48 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • LANTERN HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST0.5 km
  • The Kings Arms Hotel0.4 km
  • Westwood House0.5 km
  • CASTERBRIDGE HOTEL0.5 km
  • PREMIER INN0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • BAKERS ARMS0.5 km
  • BREWHOUSE AND KITCHEN - DORCHESTER0.3 km
  • CELESTIAL0.4 km
  • COLLITON CLUB0.5 km
  • Convivial Rabbit0.3 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • ICELAND FROZEN FOODS0.2 km
  • WAITROSE LTD0.3 km
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.3 km
  • Metro Supermarket0.1 km
  • SAINSBURY'S0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • Direct Pizza & Kebab0.5 km
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.5 km
  • Empire Kebabs & Pizza Time0.4 km
  • Food To Go0.1 km
  • Hamza's0.5 km
  • + 18 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dorchester South0.4 km
  • Dorchester0.4 km
  • Dorchester West0.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Trinity Street0.2 km
  • Brewery Square0.2 km
  • Acland Road0.2 km
  • Trinity Street0.2 km
  • Brewery Square0.2 km