Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

ESSEX ROAD, DT4 0BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ESSEX ROAD, DT4 0BA.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT4 0BA 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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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT4 0BA spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 9.6% year-on-year.

home £193,666 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT4 0BA is a safe, established residential area on Essex Road, 0.7km from Weymouth in Weymouth. Administratively it sits within Westham ward and the South Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT4 0BA represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £193k, up 9.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT4 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00104359 (shared with 6 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 DT4 0BA. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 154,250

8 sales · Mean £ 165,562

Terraced

£ 196,000

2 sales · Mean £ 196,000

Detached

£ 306,500

2 sales · Mean £ 306,500

Semi-Detached

£ 280,000

3 sales · Mean £ 279,166

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

Crime around DT4 0BA is moderate at 52 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 offences127
Anti-social behaviour74
Other theft17
Public order16
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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Beechcroft St Pauls CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement232 pupils0.4 km
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The Compass

Good43 pupils0.9 km
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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Weymouth

Good205 pupils1.1 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery

Good566 pupils1.1 km
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Conifers Primary School

Good373 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

64 nearby
  • Corner Kiosk0.7 km
  • Abbotsbury Road Post Office0.6 km
  • Angel Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Maceys0.3 km
  • Sue Ryder Care0.7 km
  • + 59 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

50 nearby
  • Florian Guest House0.2 km
  • Lakeside Guest House0.7 km
  • Alexandra Hotel0.9 km
  • Beaufort Guest House0.9 km
  • Berkeley Hotel0.9 km
  • + 45 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

98 nearby
  • Fleetwey Limited - Moonfleet Bowls0.5 km
  • Gravy Boat Catering LLP0.5 km
  • Hardy Bar (Weymouth Golf Club) Ltd0.6 km
  • Sambo Rodizio Bar & Grill0.2 km
  • The Nest Weymouth CIC0.4 km
  • + 93 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

38 nearby
  • GOLDEN KITCHEN0.7 km
  • Hel's Kitchen0.4 km
  • The Big 5 South African Takeaway0.7 km
  • Hedleys of Weymouth0.9 km
  • Bennys Beach Hut0.8 km
  • + 33 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

38 nearby
  • Peekaboo0.8 km
  • Railway Tavern0.8 km
  • The Cutter Hotel0.9 km
  • The Globe Inn0.9 km
  • The Tides Inn0.8 km
  • + 33 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Lifestyle Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.7 km
  • Food Warehouse0.7 km
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.6 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.7 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Weymouth0.7 km
  • Upwey4.0 km
  • Dorchester South10.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Methodist Church0.1 km
  • Methodist Church0.1 km
  • The Rock0.1 km
  • The Rock0.1 km
  • Holly Road0.2 km