Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

LYM CLOSE, DT7 3DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYM CLOSE, DT7 3DE.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

42%

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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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT7 3DE spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 24.4% year-on-year.

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

DT7 3DE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Lym Close, 0.3km from Lyme Regis in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT7 3DE 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 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £249k, up 24.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3DE are sourced from Output Area E00104126 (shared with 14 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 3DE. The average age is 52.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Terraced

£ 252,500

6 sales · Mean £ 244,500

Semi-Detached

£ 238,000

1 sales · Mean £ 238,000

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

DT7 3DE has low crime rates — 29 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 offences23
Anti-social behaviour18
Shoplifting6
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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

Requires Improvement95 pupils0.2 km
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The Woodroffe School

Outstanding1082 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

26 nearby
  • AMMONITE COTTAGE0.3 km
  • MERMAID0.2 km
  • MORLAIS B AND B0.9 km
  • THATCH0.7 km
  • The Old Monmouth B & B0.2 km
  • + 21 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Cobb Arms0.7 km
  • HARBOUR INN0.7 km
  • ROYAL STANDARD0.7 km
  • The Ship Inn0.1 km
  • The Pilot Boat0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

38 nearby
  • L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.2 km
  • Sawubona0.3 km
  • The Good Food Cafe - By The Beach0.7 km
  • The Oyster and Fish House0.6 km
  • Toms Lyme Regis0.4 km
  • + 33 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.2 km
  • TESCO0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Little Green0.2 km
  • The Whole Hogg0.3 km
  • CREPERIE0.2 km
  • PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.2 km
  • Beach & Badger0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
  • Deli-Weli0.8 km
  • ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.2 km
  • The Monmouth Pantry0.3 km
  • THE SLIPWAY0.8 km
  • + 14 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster7.7 km
  • Honiton19.5 km
  • Crewkerne19.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Cloverdale Court0.1 km
  • Cloverdale Court0.1 km
  • Anning Road0.2 km
  • Anning Road0.2 km
  • The Square0.3 km