Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

SP7 8GU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SP7 8GU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

360

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 51,200 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SP7 8GU's low deprivation rank, 68% ownership, and £1.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

SP7 8GU is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Long Cross in Motcombe. Administratively it sits within Gillingham ward and the North Dorset constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SP7, SP7 8GU offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% 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 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SP7 8GU are sourced from Output Area E00103656 (shared with 18 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 SP7 8GU. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,250,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

SP7 8GU has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

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The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, Shaftesbury

Good195 pupils1.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gillingham (Dorset)4.8 km
  • Tisbury11.1 km
  • Templecombe14.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Long Cross0.3 km
  • Long Cross0.3 km