DT7 3BJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Jericho in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, DT7 3BJ 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 town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3BJ are sourced from Output Area E00104124 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DT7 3BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT7 3BJ.
246
45
£ 40,300 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT7 3BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 62% social renting, DT7 3BJ 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT7 3BJ. The average age is 45.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT7 3BJ has low crime rates — 19 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
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Lyme Regis
The Woodroffe School
Mrs Ethelston's CofE Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
26 nearby- AMMONITE COTTAGE0.5 km
- MERMAID0.6 km
- MORLAIS B AND B0.7 km
- THATCH0.5 km
- The Old Monmouth B & B0.6 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Cobb Arms1.0 km
- HARBOUR INN1.0 km
- ROYAL STANDARD1.0 km
- The Ship Inn0.5 km
- The Pilot Boat0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.6 km
- Sawubona0.6 km
- The Good Food Cafe - By The Beach1.0 km
- The Oyster and Fish House0.8 km
- Toms Lyme Regis0.7 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.5 km
- TESCO0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Little Green0.6 km
- The Whole Hogg0.6 km
- CREPERIE0.5 km
- PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.6 km
- Beach & Badger0.9 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.5 km
- The Monmouth Pantry0.5 km
- TIMBER VALE CARAVAN PARK0.6 km
- WETFISHSHOP LTD1.0 km
- + 11 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Axminster7.3 km
- Honiton19.1 km
- Crewkerne19.5 km
Bus Stops
- King's Way0.0 km
- King's Way0.1 km
- Bottom of North Avenue0.1 km
- Bottom of North Avenue0.1 km
- Henrys Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DT73BJ · Data under Open Government Licence