DT8 3DE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Lewesdon Close, 0.8km 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 49 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £193k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3DE are sourced from Output Area E00103904 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEWESDON CLOSE, DT8 3DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEWESDON CLOSE, DT8 3DE.
332
49
£ 43,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT8 3DE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
DT8 3DE is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT8 3DE. The average age is 49.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 193,000
5 sales · Mean £ 195,890
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT8 3DE has low crime rates — 18 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
Beaminster St Mary's Academy
Beaminster School
Mountjoy School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- DELI ON THE SQUARE0.8 km
- FRUIT-N-TWO VEG0.8 km
- VILLAGE BAKERY0.8 km
- Speckets Knapp Lamb0.3 km
- BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.9 km
- The Red Lion0.9 km
- GREYHOUND INN0.8 km
- KNAPP INN0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Dexters0.8 km
- The Ollerod0.9 km
- BOMBAY SPICE0.7 km
- The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.8 km
- BRASSICA0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS1.0 km
- AMEI TAKEAWAY0.9 km
- SERIAL GRILLERS0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne7.2 km
- Maiden Newton13.3 km
- Chetnole13.8 km
Bus Stops
- St James0.1 km
- St James0.1 km
- St Mary's Gardens0.1 km
- St Mary's Gardens0.1 km
- The Fire Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DT83DE · Data under Open Government Licence