Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

COLWAY LANE, DT7 3BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLWAY LANE, DT7 3BG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

499

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

39%

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

DT7 3BG is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £485k, 86% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £485k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 30.2% year-on-year.

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

DT7 3BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Colway Lane, 0.5km from Jericho in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DT7, DT7 3BG offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £485k, down 30.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3BG are sourced from Output Area E00183045 (shared with 21 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 3BG. The average age is 52.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 21%
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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 545,000

3 sales · Mean £ 575,000

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

DT7 3BG has low crime rates — 21 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 offences17
Anti-social behaviour11
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 pupils0.6 km
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The Woodroffe School

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

Good191 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

25 nearby
  • AMMONITE COTTAGE0.8 km
  • MERMAID0.9 km
  • MORLAIS B AND B0.8 km
  • THATCH0.7 km
  • The Old Monmouth B & B0.9 km
  • + 20 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Ship Inn0.9 km
  • The Pilot Boat1.0 km
  • The Nags Head0.7 km
  • VOLUNTEER INN0.9 km
  • LYME LADIES FOOTBALL SUPPORT GROUP0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.9 km
  • Sawubona0.9 km
  • Black Dog Tea Room0.9 km
  • COSTA COFFEE0.9 km
  • East Kitchen + Bar0.9 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.9 km
  • TESCO0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Little Green1.0 km
  • The Whole Hogg1.0 km
  • CREPERIE0.9 km
  • PIZZA STEAK HOUSE1.0 km
  • Hong Kong Chinese Ltd0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.9 km
  • The Monmouth Pantry0.9 km
  • TIMBER VALE CARAVAN PARK0.4 km
  • Baboo Gelato Ltd1.0 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster7.0 km
  • Honiton18.9 km
  • Crewkerne19.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Brook Cottage0.1 km
  • Colway Lane0.1 km
  • Henrys Way0.2 km
  • Talbot Road0.2 km
  • Charmouth Close0.3 km