DT3 4AN is a safe, established residential area on Lower Putton Lane, 0.3km from Putton in Chickerell. Administratively it sits within Chickerell ward and the West Dorset constituency.
For serious buyers, DT3 4AN is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 81% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £328k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4AN are sourced from Output Area E00104022 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOWER PUTTON LANE, DT3 4AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER PUTTON LANE, DT3 4AN.
365
44
£ 43,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT3 4AN spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. £328k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT3 4AN. The average age is 44.3. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 328,000
7 sales · Mean £ 326,642
Semi-Detached
£ 264,500
2 sales · Mean £ 264,500
Detached
£ 250,000
2 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT3 4AN has low crime rates — 22 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Chickerell Primary Academy
Budmouth Academy Weymouth
Southill Primary School
Conifers Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Brewer’s Bakes0.4 km
- Just Amore0.4 km
- Morrisons Daily0.4 km
- Mud Sweat n Gears0.9 km
- Salon Services Ltd0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Turks Head Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Burger King0.9 km
- CAFE MONET LTD0.8 km
- ECO-BITES0.8 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- LUGGER INN0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- FANCY A DORSET NIBBLE LTD0.9 km
- Weymouth Caddy Shack0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weymouth3.0 km
- Upwey3.5 km
- Dorchester South10.4 km
Bus Stops
- Lower Way0.2 km
- Lower Way0.2 km
- Willowbed Hall0.2 km
- Willowbed Hall0.2 km
- East Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT34AN · Data under Open Government Licence