Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BAY VIEW ROAD, DT7 3AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAY VIEW ROAD, DT7 3AZ.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT7 3AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

With 47% social renting, DT7 3AZ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

DT7 3AZ is a safe, established residential area on Bay View Road, 0.4km from Jericho in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DT7 3AZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3AZ are sourced from Output Area E00104120 (shared with 7 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 DT7 3AZ. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

DT7 3AZ has low crime rates — 16 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 offences19
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson5
Vehicle crime4
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Lyme Regis

Requires Improvement95 pupils0.5 km
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The Woodroffe School

Outstanding1082 pupils0.8 km
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Mrs Ethelston's CofE Primary Academy

Good191 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

26 nearby
  • AMMONITE COTTAGE0.7 km
  • MERMAID0.8 km
  • MORLAIS B AND B0.7 km
  • THATCH0.5 km
  • The Old Monmouth B & B0.8 km
  • + 21 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Ship Inn0.7 km
  • The Pilot Boat0.9 km
  • The Nags Head0.6 km
  • VOLUNTEER INN0.8 km
  • LYME LADIES FOOTBALL SUPPORT GROUP0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

31 nearby
  • L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.8 km
  • Sawubona0.8 km
  • Toms Lyme Regis0.9 km
  • Black Dog Tea Room0.9 km
  • COSTA COFFEE0.8 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.8 km
  • TESCO0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Little Green0.8 km
  • The Whole Hogg0.9 km
  • CREPERIE0.8 km
  • PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.8 km
  • Alcove Ice Cream0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.8 km
  • The Monmouth Pantry0.8 km
  • TIMBER VALE CARAVAN PARK0.5 km
  • Baboo Gelato Ltd0.9 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster7.1 km
  • Honiton18.9 km
  • Crewkerne19.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Colway Lane0.0 km
  • Brook Cottage0.1 km
  • Henrys Way0.2 km
  • Bottom of North Avenue0.2 km
  • Bottom of North Avenue0.2 km