DT3 4AT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Rashley Road, 0.2km from Chickerell in Chickerell. Administratively it sits within Chickerell ward and the West Dorset constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DT3, DT3 4AT offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 86% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £316k, down 3.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4AT are sourced from Output Area E00104024 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RASHLEY ROAD, DT3 4AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RASHLEY ROAD, DT3 4AT.
266
55
£ 43,700 /yr
39%
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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 86% owner-occupation and an average age of 55, DT3 4AT is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 3.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT3 4AT. The average age is 55.2. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 289,000
11 sales · Mean £ 294,454
Semi-Detached
£ 270,000
2 sales · Mean £ 270,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT3 4AT has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Chickerell Primary Academy
Budmouth Academy Weymouth
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Brewer’s Bakes0.3 km
- East Fleet Farm Shop1.0 km
- Just Amore0.3 km
- Morrisons Daily0.2 km
- Mud Sweat n Gears0.9 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Seaview Farm0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Turks Head Inn0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Burger King0.9 km
- CAFE MONET LTD0.8 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- LUGGER INN0.5 km
- Sbarro0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- FANCY A DORSET NIBBLE LTD0.9 km
- Weymouth Caddy Shack0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weymouth3.3 km
- Upwey3.7 km
- Dorchester South10.6 km
Bus Stops
- Lower Way0.2 km
- Lower Way0.2 km
- Post Office0.2 km
- Post Office0.2 km
- Dental Surgery0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DT34AT · Data under Open Government Licence