DT8 3AG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hogshill Street, 0.2km from Beaminster in Beaminster. Administratively it sits within Beaminster ward and the West Dorset constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DT8, DT8 3AG offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. 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 58) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 85% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £368k, down 24.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3AG are sourced from Output Area E00103899 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOGSHILL STREET, DT8 3AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOGSHILL STREET, DT8 3AG.
292
58
£ 43,500 /yr
34%
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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 85% owner-occupation and an average age of 58, DT8 3AG is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £368k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 24.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT8 3AG. The average age is 58.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 394,975
18 sales · Mean £ 392,994
Flat
£ 127,475
6 sales · Mean £ 131,416
Semi-Detached
£ 256,250
2 sales · Mean £ 256,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT8 3AG has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Beaminster St Mary's Academy
Beaminster School
Mountjoy School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- DELI ON THE SQUARE0.2 km
- FRUIT-N-TWO VEG0.3 km
- VILLAGE BAKERY0.2 km
- Speckets Knapp Lamb0.3 km
- BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.4 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.3 km
- The Red Lion0.3 km
- GREYHOUND INN0.2 km
- KNAPP INN0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Dexters0.2 km
- The Ollerod0.4 km
- BOMBAY SPICE0.1 km
- The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.2 km
- BRASSICA0.2 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS0.4 km
- AMEI TAKEAWAY0.4 km
- SERIAL GRILLERS0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- QUIGLEY BED AND BREAKFAST0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne7.5 km
- Maiden Newton12.7 km
- Chetnole13.4 km
Bus Stops
- The Fire Station0.1 km
- The Fire Station0.2 km
- Red Lion0.2 km
- Red Lion0.2 km
- Red Lion0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT83AG · Data under Open Government Licence