DT7 3DR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Charmouth Road, 0.5km from Jericho in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, DT7 3DR represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 59) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3DR are sourced from Output Area E00104127 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHARMOUTH ROAD, DT7 3DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARMOUTH ROAD, DT7 3DR.
200
59
£ 40,300 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT7 3DR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 78% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, DT7 3DR is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT7 3DR. The average age is 59.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT7 3DR has low crime rates — 15 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
24 nearby- AMMONITE COTTAGE0.6 km
- MERMAID0.4 km
- THATCH0.9 km
- The Old Monmouth B & B0.4 km
- The Rock Point Inn0.5 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Ship Inn0.4 km
- The Pilot Boat0.4 km
- The Nags Head0.7 km
- VOLUNTEER INN0.6 km
- LYME LADIES FOOTBALL SUPPORT GROUP0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.4 km
- Sawubona0.6 km
- The Oyster and Fish House0.9 km
- Toms Lyme Regis0.7 km
- COSTA COFFEE0.5 km
- + 27 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.5 km
- TESCO0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Little Green0.5 km
- The Whole Hogg0.5 km
- CREPERIE0.5 km
- PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.5 km
- Beach & Badger1.0 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.5 km
- The Monmouth Pantry0.6 km
- TIMBER VALE CARAVAN PARK0.7 km
- Baboo Gelato Ltd0.5 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Axminster7.7 km
- Crewkerne19.3 km
- Honiton19.6 km
Bus Stops
- Anning Road0.1 km
- Football Ground0.1 km
- Anning Road0.1 km
- Football Ground0.1 km
- Cloverdale Court0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DT73DR · Data under Open Government Licence