Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

TUNNEL ROAD, DT8 3BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TUNNEL ROAD, DT8 3BN.

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

249

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
paymentsAffluence
4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DT8 3BN is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 18.9% year-on-year.

home £217,000 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT8 3BN is a safe, established residential area on Tunnel Road, 0.4km from Beaminster in Beaminster. Administratively it sits within Beaminster ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT8 3BN represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £217k, down 18.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3BN are sourced from Output Area E00103906 (shared with 9 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 3BN. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 214,297

6 sales · Mean £ 210,265

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

DT8 3BN has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour24
Violence and sexual offences16
Public order6
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Beaminster St Mary's Academy

Requires Improvement106 pupils0.3 km
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Beaminster School

Good673 pupils0.4 km
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Mountjoy School

Good101 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • DELI ON THE SQUARE0.4 km
  • FRUIT-N-TWO VEG0.5 km
  • VILLAGE BAKERY0.4 km
  • Speckets Knapp Lamb0.1 km
  • BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.6 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.5 km
  • The Red Lion0.5 km
  • GREYHOUND INN0.4 km
  • KNAPP INN0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dexters0.4 km
  • The Ollerod0.6 km
  • BOMBAY SPICE0.3 km
  • The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.4 km
  • BRASSICA0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS0.6 km
  • AMEI TAKEAWAY0.6 km
  • SERIAL GRILLERS0.2 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • QUIGLEY BED AND BREAKFAST0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne7.3 km
  • Maiden Newton12.8 km
  • Chetnole13.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Fire Station0.1 km
  • The Fire Station0.1 km
  • Monmouth Gardens0.2 km
  • Monmouth Gardens0.2 km
  • St Mary's Gardens0.4 km