Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

SCHOOL CLOSE, DT3 4AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL CLOSE, DT3 4AZ.

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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

No single demographic signal dominates DT3 4AZ — age 44, 81% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £323k 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 4AZ is a safe, established residential area on School Close, 0.3km 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 4AZ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £323k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4AZ 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 4AZ. 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

£ 317,250

2 sales · Mean £ 317,250

Semi-Detached

£ 335,000

1 sales · Mean £ 335,000

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

DT3 4AZ has low crime rates — 19 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 behaviour23
Violence and sexual offences19
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson5
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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Chickerell Primary Academy

Good404 pupils0.3 km
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Budmouth Academy Weymouth

Inadequate1521 pupils1.5 km
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Southill Primary School

Good213 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Brewer’s Bakes0.5 km
  • Just Amore0.1 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.2 km
  • WESSEX GOLF CENTRE0.7 km
  • What Kate Baked0.3 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Turks Head Inn0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • CAFE MONET LTD1.0 km
  • LUGGER INN0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Weymouth Caddy Shack0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Weymouth3.2 km
  • Upwey3.4 km
  • Dorchester South10.3 km

Bus Stops

  • School Close0.1 km
  • School Close0.1 km
  • East Street0.1 km
  • East Street0.1 km
  • Lower Way0.2 km