DT7 3DE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Lym Close, 0.3km from Lyme Regis in Lyme Regis. Administratively it sits within Lyme & Charmouth ward and the West Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, DT7 3DE 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 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £249k, up 24.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3DE are sourced from Output Area E00104126 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LYM CLOSE, DT7 3DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYM CLOSE, DT7 3DE.
271
52
£ 40,300 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT7 3DE spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 24.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT7 3DE. The average age is 52.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 252,500
6 sales · Mean £ 244,500
Semi-Detached
£ 238,000
1 sales · Mean £ 238,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT7 3DE has low crime rates — 29 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
26 nearby- AMMONITE COTTAGE0.3 km
- MERMAID0.2 km
- MORLAIS B AND B0.9 km
- THATCH0.7 km
- The Old Monmouth B & B0.2 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Cobb Arms0.7 km
- HARBOUR INN0.7 km
- ROYAL STANDARD0.7 km
- The Ship Inn0.1 km
- The Pilot Boat0.2 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
38 nearby- L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.2 km
- Sawubona0.3 km
- The Good Food Cafe - By The Beach0.7 km
- The Oyster and Fish House0.6 km
- Toms Lyme Regis0.4 km
- + 33 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.2 km
- TESCO0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Little Green0.2 km
- The Whole Hogg0.3 km
- CREPERIE0.2 km
- PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.2 km
- Beach & Badger0.7 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- Deli-Weli0.8 km
- ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.2 km
- The Monmouth Pantry0.3 km
- THE SLIPWAY0.8 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Axminster7.7 km
- Honiton19.5 km
- Crewkerne19.6 km
Bus Stops
- Cloverdale Court0.1 km
- Cloverdale Court0.1 km
- Anning Road0.2 km
- Anning Road0.2 km
- The Square0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT73DE · Data under Open Government Licence