dorchester DT6 Postcodes
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Dorchester (DT6)
The DT6 postcode area is located in the Dorchester postcode town region, within the county of Dorset, and contains a total of 1180 individual postcodes.
There are 108 electoral wards in the DT6 postcode area, including Beaminster, Blandford Forum, Bridport, Dorchester, Lyme Regis, Portland, Sherborne, Sturminster Newton, Weymouth which come under the local authority of the West Dorset Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 21% of people in DT6 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of DT6 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The DT6 postcode is located in West Dorset, a small county in the South West of England. It is made up of the Bridport, Charmouth, Dresden, Lyme Regis, Netherbury, Powerstock, Shipton Gorge, Silton, Melbury, Rampisham, Salwayash, and Wootton Fitzpaine areas. DT6 postcodes are used to refer to both Bridport and the surrounding villages.
The area has many interesting attractions such as the impressive Georgian and medieval architecture of Bridport, the weekly markets and festivals such as the yearly Bridport Literary Festival. Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre is also well worth a visit. It provides information on the area's history, geology, wildlife, and walks.
DT6 residents who enjoy the great outdoors have a number of activities to choose from. The large swathes of open heathland provide plenty of opportunity for walking, cycling, horse riding and camping. As a part of the Jurassic World Coast, the area has some stunning coastal areas where fossil hunting is popular. Chesil Beach and the surrounding pebble ridges are perfect for fishing and wildlife spotting.
Around the area there are a selection of eateries, pubs, and independent boutiques. The Birdwood Brewery is based in nearby Netherbury, where visitors can enjoy a guided tour of the brewery and sample its many brews. For entertainment there is the Electric Palace in Bridport, an historic Grade II-listed building, which hosts a variety of different music and arts events.
In terms of transport, the area is serviced well by the A35 road, which connects Bridport to the M5 motorway. The nearest railway station is at Dorchester, which is a 15-minute drive away and has direct London trains. There is also a bus service connecting Bridport to surrounding towns and villages.
Demographics
Dorset
DT6 is located in the county of Dorset, in England.
Dorset has a total population of 771,900, making it the 31st largest county in the UK.
Dorset has a total area of 1024 square miles, and a population density of 290 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | DT6 |
| Postal Town | Dorchester |
| MSOA Name | West Dorset 006 |
| LSOA Name | West Dorset 006C |
| County | Dorset |
| Region | Dorset |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | West Dorset |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
DT6 Electoral Wards
The postal region of DT6, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 21% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.