DT9 3EH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Westbury, 0.2km from Westbury in Sherborne. Administratively it sits within Sherborne West ward and the West Dorset constituency.
The people who live in DT9 3EH are typical of a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 59 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT9 3EH are sourced from Output Area E00104205 (shared with 35 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTBURY, DT9 3EH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTBURY, DT9 3EH.
255
59
£ 42,200 /yr
40%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT9 3EH spans multiple life stages — average age 59, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT9 3EH. The average age is 58.6. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 385,000
1 sales · Mean £ 385,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT9 3EH has low crime rates — 46 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.
school Local Schools
Sherborne Primary School
Harbour Vale School
Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School
The Gryphon School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Caffe Nero0.3 km
- CO-OPERATIVE PHARMACY0.2 km
- EDINBURGH WOOLLEN MILL0.2 km
- Grape Tree0.3 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- HALF MOON INN0.1 km
- PLUME OF FEATHERS0.1 km
- SHERBORNE BOWLING CLUB0.4 km
- SLESSOR CLUB0.4 km
- The Cross Keys0.2 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- BEAN SHOT COFFEE0.2 km
- Cafe D'Urberville0.2 km
- Costa0.4 km
- ENGLISH HERITAGE0.8 km
- Gamespod0.5 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Hunts Food Outlet0.3 km
- WAITROSE LTD0.4 km
- SAINSBURY'S0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Green Cottage0.3 km
- PICTON HOUSE0.5 km
- ROSE COTTAGE BED & BREAKFAST0.5 km
- The Eastbury Hotel0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Coffee To Go0.9 km
- Fly Pie Pizza0.9 km
- Lunch Thai0.9 km
- MANDARIN HOUSE0.7 km
- Star Grill Kebab0.2 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sherborne0.3 km
- Thornford5.8 km
- Yetminster6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Digby Road0.0 km
- Digby Road0.1 km
- Acreman Place0.1 km
- Durrant Close0.1 km
- Pageant Gardens0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT93EH · Data under Open Government Licence