Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

SYDENHAM WAY, DT1 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYDENHAM WAY, DT1 1DN.

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Population

332

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 48,900 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT1 1DN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 85% owner-occupation and an average age of 58, DT1 1DN is established retirement territory. With £550k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

DT1 1DN is a sought-after residential area on Sydenham Way, 0.4km from Fordington in Dorchester (Dorset). Administratively it sits within Dorchester East ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For serious buyers, DT1 1DN is 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. Average age 58 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 85% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £550k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT1 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00104056 (shared with 12 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 DT1 1DN. The average age is 57.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.3%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Detached

£ 525,000

5 sales · Mean £ 541,000

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

DT1 1DN has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences39
Shoplifting32
Anti-social behaviour29
Other theft12
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester

Good186 pupils0.2 km
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St Osmund's Church of England Middle School

Good715 pupils0.6 km
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Manor Park Church of England First School

Inadequate0.7 km
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Dorchester Middle School

Requires Improvement582 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

46 nearby
  • MONMOUTH ROAD STORES0.7 km
  • MOORLAND EXPRESS0.6 km
  • MORRISH AND BANHAM0.6 km
  • ODEON CINEMA0.7 km
  • TEA ON THE GREEN0.7 km
  • + 41 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • PREMIER INN0.6 km
  • CASTERBRIDGE HOTEL0.7 km
  • LANTERN HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST1.0 km
  • The Kings Arms Hotel0.8 km
  • Westwood House0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • TRUMPET MAJOR0.4 km
  • Goldies0.7 km
  • The Old Ship Inn0.9 km
  • TOM BROWNS0.7 km
  • BAKERS ARMS0.1 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

61 nearby
  • Costa0.6 km
  • Debut Encore0.6 km
  • GEORGIE PORGIE PIE AND BURGER CO1.0 km
  • Hendover Cafe0.6 km
  • Hub Box0.6 km
  • + 56 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Balti Express0.7 km
  • BOMBAY NIGHTS0.7 km
  • Dorchester Aesthetics Centre0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Pic-Nick0.9 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • ICELAND FROZEN FOODS0.7 km
  • WAITROSE LTD0.7 km
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.7 km
  • Metro Supermarket0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dorchester South0.6 km
  • Dorchester0.8 km
  • Dorchester West1.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Barnes Way (del)0.1 km
  • Prince of Wales Road (del)0.2 km
  • Culliford Road North0.3 km
  • Culliford Road South0.3 km
  • Fordington Cross0.3 km