Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DT1 1EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT1 1EF.

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Population

333

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT1 1EF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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2/10
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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DT1 1EF is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

DT1 1EF is a mixed residential area located 0.2km from Dorchester in Dorchester (Dorset). Administratively it sits within Dorchester East ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT1 1EF represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for DT1 1EF are sourced from Output Area E00104065 (shared with 39 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 1EF. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.1%
Asian / British Asian4.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

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

Crime around DT1 1EF is moderate at 67 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 offences101
Anti-social behaviour94
Shoplifting66
Criminal damage and arson20
Other theft18

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester

Good186 pupils0.8 km
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St Osmund's Church of England Middle School

Good715 pupils1.0 km
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Dorchester Middle School

Requires Improvement582 pupils1.2 km
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Manor Park Church of England First School

Inadequate1.2 km
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The Thomas Hardye School

Outstanding2103 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

67 nearby
  • The Dorchester Bowls Club0.9 km
  • CORNFLOWERS0.1 km
  • Al Molo Dorchester0.2 km
  • Ambience Dorset0.2 km
  • Basili.Co0.2 km
  • + 62 more
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Retailers - Other

53 nearby
  • HOLLAND & BARRETT0.2 km
  • BLACKS OUTDOOR RETAIL LIMITED0.1 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
  • CARD FACTORY0.2 km
  • COOK0.1 km
  • + 48 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • LANTERN HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST0.6 km
  • The Kings Arms Hotel0.1 km
  • Westwood House0.4 km
  • CASTERBRIDGE HOTEL0.2 km
  • PREMIER INN0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • BAKERS ARMS0.7 km
  • BREWHOUSE AND KITCHEN - DORCHESTER0.6 km
  • CELESTIAL0.3 km
  • COLLITON CLUB0.4 km
  • Convivial Rabbit0.2 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • ICELAND FROZEN FOODS0.3 km
  • WAITROSE LTD0.1 km
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.2 km
  • Metro Supermarket0.3 km
  • SAINSBURY'S0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Direct Pizza & Kebab0.2 km
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.7 km
  • Empire Kebabs & Pizza Time0.2 km
  • Food To Go0.2 km
  • Hamza's0.2 km
  • + 16 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dorchester0.2 km
  • Dorchester South0.7 km
  • Dorchester West0.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Acland Road0.1 km
  • The Museum0.2 km
  • Trinity Street0.2 km
  • Trinity Street0.3 km
  • Culliford Road North0.3 km