Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DENHAM DRIVE, SP7 0AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DENHAM DRIVE, SP7 0AJ.

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

517

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 48,300 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SP7 0AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

No single demographic signal dominates SP7 0AJ — age 38, 77% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £155k. Property prices are trending down 4.3% year-on-year.

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

SP7 0AJ is an active urban area on Denham Drive, 0.4km from Guy's Marsh in Dorset. Administratively it sits within Beacon ward and the North Dorset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 121 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 4.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SP7 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00183057 (shared with 6 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 SP7 0AJ. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.0%
Asian / British Asian4.2%
Black / African / Caribbean5.0%
Other / Mixed7.7%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 150,000

5 sales · Mean £ 168,000

Semi-Detached

£ 180,000

1 sales · Mean £ 180,000

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

Crime around SP7 0AJ is above average at 121 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences36
Other crime17
Public order6
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Jailhouse Cafe0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gillingham (Dorset)6.7 km
  • Tisbury13.2 km
  • Templecombe13.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Prison0.1 km
  • Prison0.1 km