Is DT2 0DS a safe place to live?

Yes, DT2 0DS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DT2 0DS?

The average property price in DT2 0DS is currently around £465k.

What is the population of DT2 0DS?

The population for the DT2 0DS area is approximately 324 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DT2 0DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT2 0DS.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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10/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DT2 0DS combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£465k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £465k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT2 0DS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.9km from Eggardon Hill in Dorset. Administratively it sits within Eggardon ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For serious buyers, DT2 0DS is 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 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT2 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00104138 (shared with 21 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 0DS. The average age is 49.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 451,250

2 sales · Mean £ 451,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

DT2 0DS has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime1

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Maiden Newton5.3 km
Chetnole12.9 km
Dorchester West14.4 km