DT7 3AZ is a safe, established residential area on Bay View Road, 0.4km from Jericho in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, DT7 3AZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3AZ are sourced from Output Area E00104120 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAY VIEW ROAD, DT7 3AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAY VIEW ROAD, DT7 3AZ.
300
44
£ 40,300 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT7 3AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
With 47% social renting, DT7 3AZ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT7 3AZ. The average age is 44.0. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT7 3AZ has low crime rates — 16 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
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Lyme Regis
The Woodroffe School
Mrs Ethelston's CofE Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
26 nearby- AMMONITE COTTAGE0.7 km
- MERMAID0.8 km
- MORLAIS B AND B0.7 km
- THATCH0.5 km
- The Old Monmouth B & B0.8 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Ship Inn0.7 km
- The Pilot Boat0.9 km
- The Nags Head0.6 km
- VOLUNTEER INN0.8 km
- LYME LADIES FOOTBALL SUPPORT GROUP0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.8 km
- Sawubona0.8 km
- Toms Lyme Regis0.9 km
- Black Dog Tea Room0.9 km
- COSTA COFFEE0.8 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.8 km
- TESCO0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Little Green0.8 km
- The Whole Hogg0.9 km
- CREPERIE0.8 km
- PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.8 km
- Alcove Ice Cream0.9 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.8 km
- The Monmouth Pantry0.8 km
- TIMBER VALE CARAVAN PARK0.5 km
- Baboo Gelato Ltd0.9 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Axminster7.1 km
- Honiton18.9 km
- Crewkerne19.4 km
Bus Stops
- Colway Lane0.0 km
- Brook Cottage0.1 km
- Henrys Way0.2 km
- Bottom of North Avenue0.2 km
- Bottom of North Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DT73AZ · Data under Open Government Licence