Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DT6 3AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT6 3AB.

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Population

218

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT6 3AB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

DT6 3AB has a significant social housing presence — 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 52-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

DT6 3AB is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Bridport in Bridport. Administratively it sits within Bridport ward and the West Dorset constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DT6 3AB is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 52 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for DT6 3AB are sourced from Output Area E00103936 (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 DT6 3AB. The average age is 51.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

Crime around DT6 3AB is moderate at 57 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 offences95
Anti-social behaviour75
Other theft16
Public order15
Shoplifting12

school Local Schools

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Bridport Primary School

Requires Improvement330 pupils0.7 km
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St Catherine's Roman Catholic School

Requires Improvement125 pupils0.8 km
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Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils1.1 km
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The Sir John Colfox Academy

Good839 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

33 nearby
  • Bridget's Market0.3 km
  • Bridport Community Fridge0.4 km
  • EAST BRIDGE NEWS0.6 km
  • Grape Tree0.3 km
  • Holly Blue0.3 km
  • + 28 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • BULL HOTEL0.3 km
  • GABLES B AND B0.6 km
  • The Bridge House0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • THE TIGER INN0.4 km
  • KING CHARLES TAVERN0.7 km
  • Lord Nelson Hotel0.4 km
  • ODDFELLOWS ARMS0.6 km
  • THE GREYHOUND0.3 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.2 km
  • DORSHI AT BARTHOLOMEWS HALL0.4 km
  • Klin Klans0.2 km
  • LONGS (DAVIES)0.5 km
  • NEON0.4 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.9 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • BELLA'S0.3 km
  • BRIDPORT KEBAB HOUSE0.3 km
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.3 km
  • Prohibition Pizza Club0.8 km
  • SOMTUN THAI0.3 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maiden Newton14.3 km
  • Crewkerne15.4 km
  • Axminster18.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Town Centre0.2 km
  • St Swithins Road0.2 km
  • Town Centre0.2 km
  • Fulbrooks Lane0.3 km
  • Fulbrooks Lane0.3 km