DT3 4AU is a safe, established residential area on Fairfield, 0.3km from Chickerell in Chickerell. Administratively it sits within Chickerell ward and the West Dorset constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k, down 2.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4AU are sourced from Output Area E00104025 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FAIRFIELD, DT3 4AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRFIELD, DT3 4AU.
287
44
£ 43,700 /yr
46%
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 58% owner-occupation and average age 44, DT3 4AU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 2.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT3 4AU. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 242,500
10 sales · Mean £ 229,900
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT3 4AU has low crime rates — 22 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.
school Local Schools
Chickerell Primary Academy
Budmouth Academy Weymouth
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Brewer’s Bakes0.2 km
- Just Amore0.3 km
- Morrisons Daily0.2 km
- Mud Sweat n Gears0.9 km
- Salon Services Ltd0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Seaview Farm0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Turks Head Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Burger King0.9 km
- CAFE MONET LTD0.8 km
- ECO-BITES1.0 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- LUGGER INN0.6 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- FANCY A DORSET NIBBLE LTD0.9 km
- Weymouth Caddy Shack0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weymouth3.2 km
- Upwey3.7 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: DT34AU · Data under Open Government Licence