Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

NORTH MILLS TRADING ESTATE, DT6 3BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH MILLS TRADING ESTATE, DT6 3BE.

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Population

326

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /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: 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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6/10
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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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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT6 3BE spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

DT6 3BE is a safe, established residential area on North Mills Trading Estate, 0.4km from Coneygar Hill in Bridport. Administratively it sits within Bridport ward and the West Dorset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DT6 3BE are sourced from Output Area E00103934 (shared with 11 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 3BE. The average age is 47.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

DT6 3BE has low crime rates — 25 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 offences32
Anti-social behaviour31
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft5
Drugs4

school Local Schools

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St Catherine's Roman Catholic School

Requires Improvement125 pupils0.4 km
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Bridport Primary School

Requires Improvement330 pupils0.8 km
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The Sir John Colfox Academy

Good839 pupils1.2 km
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Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

31 nearby
  • Bridget's Market0.7 km
  • Bridport Community Fridge0.7 km
  • EAST BRIDGE NEWS0.9 km
  • Grape Tree0.6 km
  • Holly Blue0.7 km
  • + 26 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • BULL HOTEL0.7 km
  • GABLES B AND B0.8 km
  • The Bridge House0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • THE TIGER INN0.7 km
  • KING CHARLES TAVERN0.8 km
  • Lord Nelson Hotel0.8 km
  • ODDFELLOWS ARMS0.5 km
  • THE GREYHOUND0.7 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.6 km
  • DORSHI AT BARTHOLOMEWS HALL0.8 km
  • Klin Klans0.5 km
  • LONGS (DAVIES)0.8 km
  • NEON0.7 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.9 km
  • LIDL UK0.9 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • BELLA'S0.7 km
  • BRIDPORT KEBAB HOUSE0.7 km
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.7 km
  • SOMTUN THAI0.6 km
  • CHICKENLAND AND PIZZA0.6 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maiden Newton14.2 km
  • Crewkerne15.0 km
  • Axminster17.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Armstrong Road0.1 km
  • North Mills Trading Estate0.2 km
  • Orchard Avenue0.3 km
  • Fulbrooks Lane0.3 km
  • Fulbrooks Lane0.3 km