Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

PROUT BRIDGE, DT8 3AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PROUT BRIDGE, DT8 3AY.

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

239

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

36%

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DT8 3AY combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£508k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £508k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

DT8 3AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Prout Bridge, 0.1km 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. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £508k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3AY are sourced from Output Area E00103897 (shared with 18 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 DT8 3AY. 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

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Terraced

£ 278,750

4 sales · Mean £ 301,500

Flat

£ 176,249

2 sales · Mean £ 176,249

Semi-Detached

£ 800,000

3 sales · Mean £ 806,166

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

DT8 3AY has low crime rates — 10 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.

Anti-social behaviour15
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Beaminster School

Good673 pupils0.8 km
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Beaminster St Mary's Academy

Requires Improvement106 pupils0.8 km
A

Mountjoy School

Good101 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • DELI ON THE SQUARE0.1 km
  • FRUIT-N-TWO VEG0.1 km
  • VILLAGE BAKERY0.2 km
  • Speckets Knapp Lamb0.6 km
  • BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.0 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.1 km
  • The Red Lion0.1 km
  • GREYHOUND INN0.1 km
  • KNAPP INN0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dexters0.2 km
  • The Ollerod0.0 km
  • BOMBAY SPICE0.3 km
  • The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.2 km
  • BRASSICA0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS0.2 km
  • AMEI TAKEAWAY0.0 km
  • SERIAL GRILLERS0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • QUIGLEY BED AND BREAKFAST0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne7.8 km
  • Maiden Newton12.3 km
  • Chetnole13.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Red Lion0.1 km
  • Red Lion0.1 km
  • Red Lion0.1 km
  • North Street0.4 km
  • The Fire Station0.5 km