DT7 3BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on South Avenue, 0.2km from Jericho in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, DT7 3BQ 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 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3BQ are sourced from Output Area E00104123 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH AVENUE, DT7 3BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH AVENUE, DT7 3BQ.
263
49
£ 40,300 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT7 3BQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DT7 3BQ's 66% ownership and 49-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT7 3BQ. The average age is 49.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 220,000
1 sales · Mean £ 220,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT7 3BQ has low crime rates — 15 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
- MERMAID0.7 km
- MORLAIS B AND B0.6 km
- THATCH0.5 km
- The Old Monmouth B & B0.7 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Cobb Arms1.0 km
- HARBOUR INN1.0 km
- ROYAL STANDARD1.0 km
- The Ship Inn0.6 km
- The Pilot Boat0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
38 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
- + 33 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.6 km
- TESCO0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Little Green0.7 km
- The Whole Hogg0.7 km
- CREPERIE0.6 km
- PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.7 km
- Beach & Badger1.0 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.6 km
- The Monmouth Pantry0.6 km
- TIMBER VALE CARAVAN PARK0.6 km
- WETFISHSHOP LTD1.0 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Axminster7.2 km
- Honiton19.0 km
- Crewkerne19.5 km
Bus Stops
- Bottom of North Avenue0.0 km
- Bottom of North Avenue0.0 km
- King's Way0.1 km
- King's Way0.1 km
- Colway Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DT73BQ · Data under Open Government Licence