Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

CHARMOUTH ROAD, DT7 3DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARMOUTH ROAD, DT7 3DR.

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Population

200

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DT7 3DR 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.

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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 78% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, DT7 3DR is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

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

For families considering a move, DT7 3DR represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 59) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 78% 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.

Census 2021 statistics for DT7 3DR are sourced from Output Area E00104127 (shared with 9 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 3DR. The average age is 59.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 16%
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.

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

DT7 3DR 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.

Violence and sexual offences14
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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

Requires Improvement95 pupils0.2 km
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The Woodroffe School

Outstanding1082 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

24 nearby
  • AMMONITE COTTAGE0.6 km
  • MERMAID0.4 km
  • THATCH0.9 km
  • The Old Monmouth B & B0.4 km
  • The Rock Point Inn0.5 km
  • + 19 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Ship Inn0.4 km
  • The Pilot Boat0.4 km
  • The Nags Head0.7 km
  • VOLUNTEER INN0.6 km
  • LYME LADIES FOOTBALL SUPPORT GROUP0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • L B K GOURMET BURGER BAR0.4 km
  • Sawubona0.6 km
  • The Oyster and Fish House0.9 km
  • Toms Lyme Regis0.7 km
  • COSTA COFFEE0.5 km
  • + 27 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.5 km
  • TESCO0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Little Green0.5 km
  • The Whole Hogg0.5 km
  • CREPERIE0.5 km
  • PIZZA STEAK HOUSE0.5 km
  • Beach & Badger1.0 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
  • ROLY'S FUDGE PANTRY0.5 km
  • The Monmouth Pantry0.6 km
  • TIMBER VALE CARAVAN PARK0.7 km
  • Baboo Gelato Ltd0.5 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Axminster7.7 km
  • Crewkerne19.3 km
  • Honiton19.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Anning Road0.1 km
  • Football Ground0.1 km
  • Anning Road0.1 km
  • Football Ground0.1 km
  • Cloverdale Court0.2 km