DT9 3AU is a sought-after residential area on Abbeymead Court, 0.1km from Westbury in Sherborne. Administratively it sits within Sherborne West ward and the West Dorset constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DT9, DT9 3AU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 78% 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £531k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT9 3AU are sourced from Output Area E00104208 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBEYMEAD COURT, DT9 3AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEYMEAD COURT, DT9 3AU.
325
56
£ 42,200 /yr
37%
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
Average age 56, 78% owned. DT9 3AU is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £531k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT9 3AU. The average age is 56.1. 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
Terraced
£ 525,000
4 sales · Mean £ 531,250
Semi-Detached
£ 540,000
2 sales · Mean £ 540,000
Flat
£ 299,950
1 sales · Mean £ 299,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT9 3AU has low crime rates — 37 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
Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School
Sherborne Primary School
Harbour Vale School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Caffe Nero0.5 km
- CO-OPERATIVE PHARMACY0.5 km
- EDINBURGH WOOLLEN MILL0.5 km
- Grape Tree0.5 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- HALF MOON INN0.4 km
- PLUME OF FEATHERS0.4 km
- SHERBORNE BOWLING CLUB0.7 km
- SLESSOR CLUB0.7 km
- The Coffee Stop0.8 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- BEAN SHOT COFFEE0.5 km
- Cafe D'Urberville0.4 km
- Costa0.7 km
- Gamespod0.2 km
- HUB0.4 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.9 km
- Hunts Food Outlet0.3 km
- WAITROSE LTD0.7 km
- SAINSBURY'S0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Green Cottage0.6 km
- PICTON HOUSE0.7 km
- ROSE COTTAGE BED & BREAKFAST0.6 km
- The Eastbury Hotel0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Lunch Thai1.0 km
- MANDARIN HOUSE1.0 km
- Somewhere Else Fishy0.9 km
- Star Grill Kebab0.5 km
- ABBEY FRIAR0.3 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sherborne0.4 km
- Thornford5.5 km
- Yetminster6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Horsecastles0.1 km
- Horsecastles0.1 km
- Durrant Close0.2 km
- Acreman Place0.2 km
- The Ridgeway0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT93AU · Data under Open Government Licence