Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

FROME LANE, DT2 0BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FROME LANE, DT2 0BS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

300

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT2 0BS 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.

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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
homeHome Ownership
5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

DT2 0BS is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £355,000 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT2 0BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Frome Lane, 0.2km from Maiden Newton in Maiden Newton. Administratively it sits within Eggardon ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT2 0BS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £355k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT2 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00104135 (shared with 8 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 DT2 0BS. The average age is 49.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 310,000

1 sales · Mean £ 310,000

Detached

£ 400,000

1 sales · Mean £ 400,000

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

DT2 0BS has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft6
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Shoplifting2

school Local Schools

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Maiden Newton, Greenford Church of England Primary School

Good150 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • NO 64 THE NEWSAGENTS0.2 km
  • MAIDEN NEWTON STORES LTD.0.2 km
  • SPAR Maiden Newton0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Chalk and Cheese0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • LE PETIT CANARD0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • RIVERSIDE TAKEAWAY0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maiden Newton0.4 km
  • Chetnole10.0 km
  • Dorchester West11.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Chalk & Cheese0.1 km
  • Village Stores0.2 km
  • The Old School0.2 km
  • The Old School0.2 km
  • Newton Road0.2 km