DT8 3AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Square, 0.0km from Beaminster in Beaminster. Administratively it sits within Beaminster ward and the West Dorset constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents average 55 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £585k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3AU are sourced from Output Area E00103897 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE SQUARE, DT8 3AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SQUARE, DT8 3AU.
239
55
£ 43,500 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DT8 3AU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £585k, 63% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT8 3AU. The average age is 54.6. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 390,000
1 sales · Mean £ 390,000
Terraced
£ 639,500
2 sales · Mean £ 639,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT8 3AU has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Beaminster School
Beaminster St Mary's Academy
Mountjoy School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- DELI ON THE SQUARE0.0 km
- FRUIT-N-TWO VEG0.0 km
- VILLAGE BAKERY0.1 km
- Speckets Knapp Lamb0.5 km
- BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.1 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.1 km
- The Red Lion0.1 km
- GREYHOUND INN0.0 km
- KNAPP INN0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Dexters0.1 km
- The Ollerod0.1 km
- BOMBAY SPICE0.2 km
- The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.1 km
- BRASSICA0.1 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS0.2 km
- AMEI TAKEAWAY0.1 km
- SERIAL GRILLERS0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- QUIGLEY BED AND BREAKFAST0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne7.7 km
- Maiden Newton12.4 km
- Chetnole13.3 km
Bus Stops
- Red Lion0.0 km
- Red Lion0.0 km
- Red Lion0.0 km
- The Fire Station0.4 km
- The Fire Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DT83AU · Data under Open Government Licence