Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

CHICKERELL ROAD, DT3 4DL House Prices & Local Information

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

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

464

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT3 4DL 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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5/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

DT3 4DL is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 33.0% year-on-year.

home £417,500 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT3 4DL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Chickerell Road, 0.6km from Chickerell in Chickerell. Administratively it sits within Chickerell ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT3 4DL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £417k, down 33.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4DL are sourced from Output Area E00104019 (shared with 12 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 4DL. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 330,500

4 sales · Mean £ 369,000

Semi-Detached

£ 227,000

1 sales · Mean £ 227,000

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

DT3 4DL has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft1
Public order1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Chickerell Primary Academy

Good404 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • BAGWELL FARM SHOP0.9 km
  • Just Amore0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.8 km
  • What Kate Baked1.0 km
  • Mary’s Place Pantry0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Turks Head Inn0.6 km
  • VICTORIA INN0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • LUGGER INN0.3 km
  • RED BARN BAR AND GRILL0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Upwey4.1 km
  • Weymouth4.1 km
  • Dorchester West10.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Courage Way0.1 km
  • Courage Way0.1 km