Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

ABBEYMEAD COURT, DT9 3AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEYMEAD COURT, DT9 3AU.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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4/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 78% owned. DT9 3AU is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £531k reflects the demand.

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

DT9 3AU is a sought-after residential area on Abbeymead Court, 0.1km from Westbury in Sherborne. Administratively it sits within Sherborne West ward and the West Dorset constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DT9, DT9 3AU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 78% 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £531k.

Census 2021 statistics for DT9 3AU are sourced from Output Area E00104208 (shared with 16 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 DT9 3AU. The average age is 56.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 525,000

4 sales · Mean £ 531,250

Semi-Detached

£ 540,000

2 sales · Mean £ 540,000

Flat

£ 299,950

1 sales · Mean £ 299,950

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

DT9 3AU has low crime rates — 37 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.

Anti-social behaviour52
Violence and sexual offences20
Other theft7
Other crime4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School

Good352 pupils0.9 km
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Sherborne Primary School

Good308 pupils1.2 km
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Harbour Vale School

Inadequate12 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Caffe Nero0.5 km
  • CO-OPERATIVE PHARMACY0.5 km
  • EDINBURGH WOOLLEN MILL0.5 km
  • Grape Tree0.5 km
  • + 20 more
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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • HALF MOON INN0.4 km
  • PLUME OF FEATHERS0.4 km
  • SHERBORNE BOWLING CLUB0.7 km
  • SLESSOR CLUB0.7 km
  • The Coffee Stop0.8 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • BEAN SHOT COFFEE0.5 km
  • Cafe D'Urberville0.4 km
  • Costa0.7 km
  • Gamespod0.2 km
  • HUB0.4 km
  • + 20 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • CO-OPERATIVE0.9 km
  • Hunts Food Outlet0.3 km
  • WAITROSE LTD0.7 km
  • SAINSBURY'S0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Green Cottage0.6 km
  • PICTON HOUSE0.7 km
  • ROSE COTTAGE BED & BREAKFAST0.6 km
  • The Eastbury Hotel0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Lunch Thai1.0 km
  • MANDARIN HOUSE1.0 km
  • Somewhere Else Fishy0.9 km
  • Star Grill Kebab0.5 km
  • ABBEY FRIAR0.3 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sherborne0.4 km
  • Thornford5.5 km
  • Yetminster6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Horsecastles0.1 km
  • Horsecastles0.1 km
  • Durrant Close0.2 km
  • Acreman Place0.2 km
  • The Ridgeway0.3 km