Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

CHICKERELL ROAD, DT3 4DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHICKERELL ROAD, DT3 4DJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

335

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Avg Age

46

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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: DT3 4DJ 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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9/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DT3 4DJ combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£482k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 19.6% year-on-year.

home £482,500 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT3 4DJ is a safe, established residential area on Chickerell Road, 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 4DJ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £482k, down 19.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4DJ are sourced from Output Area E00104020 (shared with 15 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 4DJ. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 340,000

13 sales · Mean £ 381,500

Terraced

£ 182,500

1 sales · Mean £ 182,500

Semi-Detached

£ 254,000

2 sales · Mean £ 254,000

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

DT3 4DJ has low crime rates — 21 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 offences12
Anti-social behaviour8
Public order4
Other theft4
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Chickerell Primary Academy

Good404 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Brewer’s Bakes0.7 km
  • Just Amore0.5 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.5 km
  • What Kate Baked0.6 km
  • Mary’s Place Pantry0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Turks Head Inn0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • LUGGER INN0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Weymouth3.8 km
  • Upwey4.0 km
  • Dorchester West10.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Meadow Close0.2 km
  • Turks Head0.2 km
  • Meadow Close0.2 km
  • Turk's Head0.2 km
  • Courage Way0.3 km