Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DT3 4BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT3 4BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

369

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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1/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DT3 4BJ combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£682k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £682k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

DT3 4BJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Nottington in Weymouth. Administratively it sits within Upwey & Broadwey ward and the South Dorset constituency.

For serious buyers, DT3 4BJ is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £682k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT3 4BJ are sourced from Output Area E00104399 (shared with 14 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 DT3 4BJ. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 12%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 682,500

2 sales · Mean £ 682,500

Detached

£ 622,750

4 sales · Mean £ 622,125

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

DT3 4BJ has low crime rates — 14 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.

Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Outstanding0.7 km
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Wey Valley Academy

Inadequate932 pupils0.7 km
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Wyvern Academy

Good90 pupils0.8 km
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Radipole Primary School

Good438 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Higher Moor Farm0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Upwey1.1 km
  • Weymouth3.5 km
  • Dorchester South7.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Nottington Lane0.2 km
  • Nottington Lane0.2 km