Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DORCHESTER ROAD, DT2 0DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DORCHESTER ROAD, DT2 0DA.

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

367

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /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: DT2 0DA represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
homeHome Ownership
9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT2 0DA spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

home £445,000 median price shield Safety 10/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT2 0DA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dorchester Road, 0.1km from Maiden Newton in Maiden Newton. Administratively it sits within Eggardon ward and the West Dorset constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DT2, DT2 0DA offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT2 0DA are sourced from Output Area E00104134 (shared with 13 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 DT2 0DA. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 445,000

1 sales · Mean £ 445,000

Semi-Detached

£ 310,250

2 sales · Mean £ 310,250

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

DT2 0DA has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Other theft6
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Maiden Newton, Greenford Church of England Primary School

Good150 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • NO 64 THE NEWSAGENTS0.1 km
  • MAIDEN NEWTON STORES LTD.0.1 km
  • SPAR Maiden Newton0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Chalk and Cheese0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • LE PETIT CANARD0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • RIVERSIDE TAKEAWAY0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maiden Newton0.3 km
  • Chetnole9.9 km
  • Dorchester West11.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Chalk & Cheese0.1 km
  • Village Stores0.1 km
  • The Old School0.1 km
  • The Old School0.1 km
  • Bramble Cottage0.2 km