DT8 3DA is a safe, established residential area on Hogshill Mead, 0.5km from Beaminster in Beaminster. Administratively it sits within Beaminster ward and the West Dorset constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k, down 57.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT8 3DA are sourced from Output Area E00103907 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOGSHILL MEAD, DT8 3DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOGSHILL MEAD, DT8 3DA.
301
46
£ 43,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT8 3DA 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
No single demographic signal dominates DT8 3DA — age 46, 73% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 57.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT8 3DA. The average age is 46.3. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 120,000
1 sales · Mean £ 120,000
Terraced
£ 275,000
4 sales · Mean £ 253,250
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
1 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT8 3DA has low crime rates — 22 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 SQUARE0.5 km
- FRUIT-N-TWO VEG0.5 km
- VILLAGE BAKERY0.4 km
- Speckets Knapp Lamb0.0 km
- BEAMINSTER FOOD BANK0.6 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.5 km
- The Red Lion0.5 km
- GREYHOUND INN0.5 km
- KNAPP INN0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Dexters0.4 km
- The Ollerod0.6 km
- BOMBAY SPICE0.4 km
- The Trading Post & Cafe at Ann Day0.4 km
- BRASSICA0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- KINGFISHER FISH AND CHIPS0.6 km
- AMEI TAKEAWAY0.6 km
- SERIAL GRILLERS0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- QUIGLEY BED AND BREAKFAST0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewkerne7.3 km
- Maiden Newton12.9 km
- Chetnole13.6 km
Bus Stops
- The Fire Station0.1 km
- The Fire Station0.1 km
- St Mary's Gardens0.2 km
- St Mary's Gardens0.3 km
- Monmouth Gardens0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT83DA · Data under Open Government Licence