Is SP7 0BX a safe place to live?

Yes, SP7 0BX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of SP7 0BX?

The population for the SP7 0BX area is approximately 299 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

SP7 0BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SP7 0BX.

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

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Population

299

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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5/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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1/10

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Area Character

SP7 0BX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 89% 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SP7 0BX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.6km from West Melbury in Dorset. Administratively it sits within Beacon ward and the North Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, SP7 0BX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SP7 0BX are sourced from Output Area E00103713 (shared with 36 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 0BX. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

SP7 0BX has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

BAKE 50.7 km
Breezy Ridge Vineyard0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Gillingham (Dorset)8.0 km
Tisbury11.8 km
Templecombe15.9 km