Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

FAIRFIELD, DT3 4AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRFIELD, DT3 4AU.

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Population

287

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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3/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 44, DT3 4AU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 2.4% year-on-year.

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

DT3 4AU is a safe, established residential area on Fairfield, 0.3km from Chickerell in Chickerell. Administratively it sits within Chickerell ward and the West Dorset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £250k, down 2.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4AU are sourced from Output Area E00104025 (shared with 4 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 4AU. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 242,500

10 sales · Mean £ 229,900

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

DT3 4AU has low crime rates — 22 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.

Violence and sexual offences29
Anti-social behaviour28
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft8
Public order7

school Local Schools

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Chickerell Primary Academy

Good404 pupils0.1 km
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Budmouth Academy Weymouth

Inadequate1521 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Brewer’s Bakes0.2 km
  • Just Amore0.3 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.2 km
  • Mud Sweat n Gears0.9 km
  • Salon Services Ltd0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Seaview Farm0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Turks Head Inn0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Burger King0.9 km
  • CAFE MONET LTD0.8 km
  • ECO-BITES1.0 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • LUGGER INN0.6 km
  • + 2 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 Shack0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Weymouth3.2 km
  • Upwey3.7 km
  • Dorchester South10.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Lower Way0.1 km
  • Lower Way0.1 km
  • Willowbed Hall0.1 km
  • Willowbed Hall0.1 km
  • East Street0.2 km