Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DT3 4AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT3 4AE.

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Population

308

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT3 4AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

DT3 4AE is a settled retirement community — average age 61, 88% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

DT3 4AE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Charlestown in Weymouth. Administratively it sits within Chickerell ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT3 4AE represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4AE are sourced from Output Area E00104016 (shared with 6 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 DT3 4AE. The average age is 60.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

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

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

DT3 4AE has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting24
Anti-social behaviour11
Violence and sexual offences8
Other theft5
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Budmouth Academy Weymouth

Inadequate1521 pupils0.4 km
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Conifers Primary School

Good373 pupils0.9 km
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Chickerell Primary Academy

Good404 pupils1.0 km
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The Compass

Good43 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Brewer’s Bakes0.7 km
  • Central Stores0.2 km
  • CHESIL BEACH FILLING STATION0.5 km
  • East Fleet Farm Shop1.0 km
  • JEWSON LTD0.5 km
  • + 12 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Seaview Farm0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Marquis of Granby0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • ART HOUSE0.3 km
  • Burger King0.1 km
  • CAFE MONET LTD0.2 km
  • ECO-BITES0.8 km
  • Granby Diner0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.1 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Daniels Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • FANCY A DORSET NIBBLE LTD0.1 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza0.3 km
  • Slice of Paradise Pizza0.2 km
  • Alf's1.0 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Weymouth2.7 km
  • Upwey4.2 km
  • Dorchester South11.2 km

Bus Stops

  • The Alex0.3 km
  • Budmouth School0.3 km
  • Army Camp0.3 km
  • Army Camp0.3 km
  • Budmouth School0.5 km