Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

GARDEN CLOSE, DT6 3AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARDEN CLOSE, DT6 3AJ.

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Population

358

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Average age 57, 69% owned. DT6 3AJ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 57).

home £645,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT6 3AJ is a mixed residential area on Garden Close, 0.2km from Bridport in Bridport. Administratively it sits within Bridport ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For serious buyers, DT6 3AJ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 69% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £645k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT6 3AJ are sourced from Output Area E00103937 (shared with 23 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 3AJ. The average age is 56.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 645,000

1 sales · Mean £ 645,000

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

Crime around DT6 3AJ is moderate at 61 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 offences91
Anti-social behaviour64
Other theft15
Public order15
Shoplifting12

school Local Schools

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Bridport Primary School

Requires Improvement330 pupils0.6 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 Fridge0.3 km
  • EAST BRIDGE NEWS0.5 km
  • Grape Tree0.2 km
  • Holly Blue0.3 km
  • + 28 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • BULL HOTEL0.3 km
  • GABLES B AND B0.7 km
  • The Bridge House0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

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

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.3 km
  • DORSHI AT BARTHOLOMEWS HALL0.4 km
  • Klin Klans0.2 km
  • LONGS (DAVIES)0.4 km
  • NEON0.3 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.7 km
  • LIDL UK0.9 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • BELLA'S0.3 km
  • BRIDPORT KEBAB HOUSE0.3 km
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.4 km
  • Prohibition Pizza Club0.7 km
  • SOMTUN THAI0.4 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maiden Newton14.2 km
  • Crewkerne15.4 km
  • Axminster18.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Town Centre0.2 km
  • Town Centre0.2 km
  • Natwest Bank0.3 km
  • Natwest Bank0.3 km
  • Arts Centre0.3 km