DT8 3DS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on East Street, 0.3km from Beaminster in Beaminster. Administratively it sits within Beaminster ward and the West Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, DT8 3DS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 62 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k, up 12.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3DS are sourced from Output Area E00103900 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST STREET, DT8 3DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST STREET, DT8 3DS.
263
62
£ 43,500 /yr
30%
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 3DS is a settled retirement community — average age 62, 74% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 12.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT8 3DS. The average age is 61.6. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 360,000
3 sales · Mean £ 365,166
Semi-Detached
£ 320,000
1 sales · Mean £ 320,000
Terraced
£ 239,950
6 sales · Mean £ 231,091
Flat
£ 107,000
1 sales · Mean £ 107,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT8 3DS has low crime rates — 20 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.
school Local Schools
Beaminster School
Beaminster St Mary's Academy
Mountjoy School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- DELI ON THE SQUARE0.3 km
- FRUIT-N-TWO VEG0.3 km
- VILLAGE BAKERY0.4 km
- Speckets Knapp Lamb0.8 km
- BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.2 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.3 km
- The Red Lion0.3 km
- GREYHOUND INN0.3 km
- KNAPP INN0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Dexters0.4 km
- The Ollerod0.2 km
- BOMBAY SPICE0.5 km
- The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.4 km
- BRASSICA0.3 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS0.2 km
- AMEI TAKEAWAY0.2 km
- SERIAL GRILLERS0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- QUIGLEY BED AND BREAKFAST0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne7.9 km
- Maiden Newton12.1 km
- Chetnole13.1 km
Bus Stops
- Red Lion0.3 km
- Red Lion0.3 km
- Red Lion0.3 km
- North Street0.3 km
- Flaxfield Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DT83DS · Data under Open Government Licence