Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

NORTH MILLS, DT6 3AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH MILLS, DT6 3AH.

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Population

326

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /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: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT6 3AH spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 28.6% year-on-year.

home £288,333 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT6 3AH is a safe, established residential area on North Mills, 0.3km from Coneygar Hill in Bridport. Administratively it sits within Bridport ward and the West Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT6 3AH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% 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 £288k, down 28.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT6 3AH are sourced from Output Area E00103934 (shared with 11 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 DT6 3AH. The average age is 47.7. 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 Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 300,000

2 sales · Mean £ 300,000

Terraced

£ 227,500

2 sales · Mean £ 227,500

Detached

£ 310,000

1 sales · Mean £ 310,000

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

DT6 3AH has low crime rates — 25 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 offences33
Anti-social behaviour32
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft5
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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St Catherine's Roman Catholic School

Requires Improvement125 pupils0.5 km
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Bridport Primary School

Requires Improvement330 pupils0.7 km
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The Sir John Colfox Academy

Good839 pupils1.2 km
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Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

32 nearby
  • Bridget's Market0.6 km
  • Bridport Community Fridge0.6 km
  • EAST BRIDGE NEWS0.8 km
  • Grape Tree0.5 km
  • Holly Blue0.6 km
  • + 27 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • BULL HOTEL0.6 km
  • GABLES B AND B0.8 km
  • The Bridge House0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • THE TIGER INN0.6 km
  • KING CHARLES TAVERN0.7 km
  • Lord Nelson Hotel0.7 km
  • ODDFELLOWS ARMS0.5 km
  • THE GREYHOUND0.6 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.5 km
  • DORSHI AT BARTHOLOMEWS HALL0.7 km
  • Klin Klans0.5 km
  • LONGS (DAVIES)0.7 km
  • NEON0.6 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.8 km
  • LIDL UK0.9 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • BELLA'S0.6 km
  • BRIDPORT KEBAB HOUSE0.6 km
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.6 km
  • Prohibition Pizza Club1.0 km
  • SOMTUN THAI0.6 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maiden Newton14.2 km
  • Crewkerne15.1 km
  • Axminster18.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Armstrong Road0.2 km
  • North Mills Trading Estate0.2 km
  • Fulbrooks Lane0.3 km
  • Fulbrooks Lane0.3 km
  • Orchard Avenue0.4 km