DT6 3BX is a safe, established residential area on Nursery Gardens, 0.4km from Coneygar Hill in Bridport. Administratively it sits within Bridport ward and the West Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, DT6 3BX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £364k, down 7.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT6 3BX are sourced from Output Area E00103926 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NURSERY GARDENS, DT6 3BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NURSERY GARDENS, DT6 3BX.
254
48
£ 39,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT6 3BX 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.
Area Character
DT6 3BX is an established family neighbourhood — 63% 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 7.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT6 3BX. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 430,000
6 sales · Mean £ 406,666
Semi-Detached
£ 320,000
3 sales · Mean £ 308,000
Flat
£ 242,000
2 sales · Mean £ 242,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT6 3BX has low crime rates — 44 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.
school Local Schools
Bridport Primary School
St Catherine's Roman Catholic School
Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
The Sir John Colfox Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Bridget's Market0.4 km
- Bridport Community Fridge0.2 km
- EAST BRIDGE NEWS0.1 km
- Grape Tree0.4 km
- Holly Blue0.5 km
- + 28 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- BULL HOTEL0.4 km
- The Bridge House0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- THE TIGER INN0.2 km
- KING CHARLES TAVERN0.3 km
- Lord Nelson Hotel0.3 km
- THE GREYHOUND0.4 km
- The Market House0.5 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- DORSHI AT BARTHOLOMEWS HALL0.4 km
- Klin Klans0.6 km
- LONGS (DAVIES)0.3 km
- NEON0.3 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.4 km
- WM Morrisons Supermarkets Limited0.9 km
- LIDL UK0.7 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- BELLA'S0.5 km
- BRIDPORT KEBAB HOUSE0.4 km
- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.7 km
- MEGA BITES0.7 km
- Prohibition Pizza Club0.3 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Maiden Newton13.9 km
- Crewkerne15.6 km
- Axminster18.6 km
Bus Stops
- East Street Bridge0.1 km
- East Bridge0.1 km
- Toll House0.3 km
- The Toll House0.3 km
- St Ronans School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT63BX · Data under Open Government Licence