Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

NORTH STREET, DT8 3DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH STREET, DT8 3DY.

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

238

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Avg Age

60

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

34%

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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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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1/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 83% owner-occupation and an average age of 60, DT8 3DY is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

DT8 3DY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on North Street, 0.3km from Gerrard's Green in Beaminster. Administratively it sits within Beaminster ward and the West Dorset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 83% 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.

Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3DY are sourced from Output Area E00103902 (shared with 12 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 3DY. The average age is 59.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

DT8 3DY 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 behaviour19
Violence and sexual offences13
Public order4
Vehicle crime4
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Beaminster School

Good673 pupils0.7 km
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Beaminster St Mary's Academy

Requires Improvement106 pupils1.0 km
A

Mountjoy School

Good101 pupils1.5 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 BAKERY0.4 km
  • Speckets Knapp Lamb0.8 km
  • BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • GREYHOUND INN0.3 km
  • KNAPP INN0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dexters0.4 km
  • The Ollerod0.3 km
  • BOMBAY SPICE0.4 km
  • The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.4 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 CHIPS0.2 km
  • AMEI TAKEAWAY0.3 km
  • SERIAL GRILLERS0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • QUIGLEY BED AND BREAKFAST0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Crewkerne7.7 km
  • Maiden Newton12.2 km
  • Chetnole13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • North Street0.1 km
  • Red Lion0.3 km
  • Red Lion0.3 km
  • Flaxfield Road0.3 km
  • Red Lion0.3 km