Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DT10 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT10 1AQ.

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Population

458

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 45,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 46, DT10 1AQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

DT10 1AQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Rixon in Sturminster Newton. Administratively it sits within Sturminster Newton ward and the North Dorset constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DT10 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00103701 (shared with 7 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 DT10 1AQ. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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DT10 1AQ has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31
Anti-social behaviour17
Criminal damage and arson4
Vehicle crime1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Yewstock School

Outstanding160 pupils0.5 km
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Sturminster Newton High School

Good600 pupils0.8 km
P

William Barnes Primary School

Good167 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Bulmag Ltd1.0 km
  • Chocolate Arthouse0.5 km
  • Sturminster Newton Country Market0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Royal British Legion0.9 km
  • Sturminster Newton United Football Club0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Harts Coffee Shop0.8 km
  • Poets Corner Cafe1.0 km
  • Café Connect0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Southern Co-op0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gillingham (Dorset)11.4 km
  • Templecombe11.6 km
  • Sherborne15.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Sheppards Yard0.0 km
  • Manston Road0.1 km
  • Green Close0.1 km
  • Green Close0.1 km
  • Alder Close0.4 km