Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

LOWER PUTTON LANE, DT3 4AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER PUTTON LANE, DT3 4AN.

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Population

365

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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7/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Anti-social behaviour22
Violence and sexual offences21
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Chickerell Primary Academy

Good404 pupils0.4 km
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Budmouth Academy Weymouth

Inadequate1521 pupils1.3 km
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Southill Primary School

Good213 pupils1.4 km
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Conifers Primary School

Good373 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Turks Head Inn0.6 km
restaurant

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
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
fastfood

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