Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

CHEAP STREET, DT9 3AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHEAP STREET, DT9 3AT.

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Population

211

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT9 3AT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

DT9 3AT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 48% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DT9 3AT is a sought-after residential area on Cheap Street, 0.5km from Priestlands in Sherborne. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Sherborne East ward and the West Dorset constituency.

Day-to-day life in DT9 3AT has the character of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DT9 3AT are sourced from Output Area E00104199 (shared with 148 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 DT9 3AT. The average age is 50.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

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

DT9 3AT has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour76
Shoplifting32
Violence and sexual offences26
Other theft12
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Sherborne Primary School

Good308 pupils0.6 km
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Harbour Vale School

Inadequate12 pupils0.7 km
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The Gryphon School

Good1571 pupils1.1 km
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Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School

Good352 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.1 km
  • Caffe Nero0.1 km
  • CO-OPERATIVE PHARMACY0.2 km
  • EDINBURGH WOOLLEN MILL0.1 km
  • Grape Tree0.1 km
  • + 22 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • HALF MOON INN0.3 km
  • PLUME OF FEATHERS0.3 km
  • SHERBORNE BOWLING CLUB0.3 km
  • SLESSOR CLUB0.3 km
  • The Cross Keys0.1 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • BEAN SHOT COFFEE0.2 km
  • Cafe D'Urberville0.2 km
  • Costa0.1 km
  • ENGLISH HERITAGE0.9 km
  • Gamespod0.8 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Hunts Food Outlet0.6 km
  • WAITROSE LTD0.1 km
  • SAINSBURY'S0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Green Cottage0.2 km
  • PICTON HOUSE0.3 km
  • ROSE COTTAGE BED & BREAKFAST0.4 km
  • The Eastbury Hotel0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Coffee To Go0.6 km
  • Fly Pie Pizza0.5 km
  • Lunch Thai0.8 km
  • MANDARIN HOUSE0.4 km
  • Star Grill Kebab0.2 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sherborne0.5 km
  • Thornford6.1 km
  • Yeovil Pen Mill6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Greenhill0.2 km
  • Council Offices0.2 km
  • Council Offices0.2 km
  • Long Street0.2 km
  • Long Street0.2 km