SP7 9PX is a sought-after residential area on Sherborne Causeway, 0.1km from Sherborne Causeway in Motcombe. Administratively it sits within Gillingham ward and the North Dorset constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SP7, SP7 9PX offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 9PX are sourced from Output Area E00103656 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHERBORNE CAUSEWAY, SP7 9PX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHERBORNE CAUSEWAY, SP7 9PX.
360
43
£ 51,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SP7 9PX is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 68% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SP7 9PX. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
SP7 9PX has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Blackmore Vale Filling Station0.0 km
- Blackmore Vale Services0.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- New Covenant Church0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gillingham (Dorset)3.6 km
- Templecombe12.6 km
- Tisbury12.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SP79PX · Data under Open Government Licence