DT3 4AJ is a safe, established residential area on Putton Lane, 0.3km from Putton in Chickerell. Administratively it sits within Chickerell ward and the West Dorset constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £376k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4AJ are sourced from Output Area E00104026 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PUTTON LANE, DT3 4AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PUTTON LANE, DT3 4AJ.
484
40
£ 43,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 40, DT3 4AJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £376k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT3 4AJ. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 308,000
5 sales · Mean £ 309,600
Detached
£ 395,000
5 sales · Mean £ 428,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT3 4AJ has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Chickerell Primary Academy
Budmouth Academy Weymouth
Southill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Brewer’s Bakes0.3 km
- Just Amore0.3 km
- Morrisons Daily0.3 km
- Mud Sweat n Gears0.8 km
- Salon Services Ltd0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Seaview Farm1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Turks Head Inn0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Burger King0.9 km
- CAFE MONET LTD0.7 km
- ECO-BITES0.9 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- LUGGER INN0.7 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- FANCY A DORSET NIBBLE LTD0.8 km
- Weymouth Caddy Shack0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weymouth3.1 km
- Upwey3.6 km
- Dorchester South10.5 km
Bus Stops
- Lower Way0.1 km
- Lower Way0.1 km
- Willowbed Hall0.1 km
- Willowbed Hall0.1 km
- East Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DT34AJ · Data under Open Government Licence