Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

WOODMEAD ROAD, DT7 3AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODMEAD ROAD, DT7 3AB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

263

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT7 3AB 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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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DT7 3AB's low deprivation rank, 66% ownership, and £556k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 14.1% year-on-year.

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

DT7 3AB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Woodmead Road, 0.1km from Hatchet in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT7 3AB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £556k, up 14.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3AB are sourced from Output Area E00104123 (shared with 16 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 DT7 3AB. The average age is 49.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 727,500

3 sales · Mean £ 552,500

Detached

£ 541,250

2 sales · Mean £ 541,250

Flat

£ 185,000

3 sales · Mean £ 201,666

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

DT7 3AB has low crime rates — 19 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 offences28
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order4
Shoplifting3

school Local Schools

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St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Lyme Regis

Requires Improvement95 pupils0.4 km
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The Woodroffe School

Outstanding1082 pupils0.7 km
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Mrs Ethelston's CofE Primary Academy

Good191 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

26 nearby
  • AMMONITE COTTAGE0.3 km
  • MERMAID0.6 km
  • MORLAIS B AND B0.5 km
  • THATCH0.3 km
  • The Old Monmouth B & B0.6 km
  • + 21 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Cobb Arms0.8 km
  • HARBOUR INN0.8 km
  • ROYAL STANDARD0.8 km
  • The Ship Inn0.5 km
  • LYME LADIES FOOTBALL SUPPORT GROUP0.6 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

39 nearby
  • L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.5 km
  • Sawubona0.5 km
  • The Good Food Cafe - By The Beach0.8 km
  • The Oyster and Fish House0.6 km
  • Toms Lyme Regis0.5 km
  • + 34 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.4 km
  • TESCO0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Little Green0.5 km
  • The Whole Hogg0.5 km
  • CREPERIE0.4 km
  • PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.5 km
  • Beach & Badger0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
  • Deli-Weli0.8 km
  • ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.4 km
  • The Monmouth Pantry0.4 km
  • THE SLIPWAY0.9 km
  • + 14 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster7.4 km
  • Honiton19.1 km
  • Crewkerne19.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Kent House0.2 km
  • Kent House0.2 km
  • Bottom of North Avenue0.2 km
  • Bottom of North Avenue0.2 km
  • King's Way0.3 km