Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

REDWOOD CLOSE, DT8 3DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for REDWOOD CLOSE, DT8 3DN.

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Population

301

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DT8 3DN 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.

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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DT8 3DN's low deprivation rank, 73% ownership, and £526k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

DT8 3DN is a safe, established residential area on Redwood Close, 0.3km from Beaminster in Beaminster. Administratively it sits within Beaminster ward and the West Dorset constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DT8, DT8 3DN offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 73% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £526k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3DN are sourced from Output Area E00103907 (shared with 8 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 3DN. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 526,000

1 sales · Mean £ 526,000

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

DT8 3DN has low crime rates — 22 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 behaviour23
Violence and sexual offences14
Public order6
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Beaminster St Mary's Academy

Requires Improvement106 pupils0.4 km
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Beaminster School

Good673 pupils0.5 km
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Mountjoy School

Good101 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • DELI ON THE SQUARE0.3 km
  • FRUIT-N-TWO VEG0.3 km
  • VILLAGE BAKERY0.2 km
  • Speckets Knapp Lamb0.2 km
  • BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.4 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • GREYHOUND INN0.3 km
  • KNAPP INN0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dexters0.2 km
  • The Ollerod0.4 km
  • BOMBAY SPICE0.1 km
  • The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.2 km
  • BRASSICA0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS0.4 km
  • AMEI TAKEAWAY0.4 km
  • SERIAL GRILLERS0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • QUIGLEY BED AND BREAKFAST0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne7.5 km
  • Maiden Newton12.7 km
  • Chetnole13.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Fire Station0.1 km
  • The Fire Station0.1 km
  • Red Lion0.3 km
  • Red Lion0.3 km
  • Red Lion0.3 km