Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

FRAMPTON COTTAGES, DT3 4BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRAMPTON COTTAGES, DT3 4BW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

235

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT3 4BW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DT3 4BW combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£820k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

DT3 4BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Frampton Cottages, 0.6km from Broadwey in Weymouth. Administratively it sits within Upwey & Broadwey ward and the South Dorset constituency.

For serious buyers, DT3 4BW is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £820k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4BW are sourced from Output Area E00104398 (shared with 8 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 4BW. The average age is 49.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 820,000

1 sales · Mean £ 820,000

Terraced

£ 215,000

2 sales · Mean £ 215,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

DT3 4BW has low crime rates — 14 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 offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Outstanding0.9 km
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Wey Valley Academy

Inadequate932 pupils1.0 km
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Wyvern Academy

Good90 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Higher Moor Farm0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Upwey1.1 km
  • Weymouth3.9 km
  • Dorchester South7.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Nottington Lane0.3 km
  • Nottington Lane0.3 km