South Mill Lane is in Bridport and in West Dorset district. DT6 3PN is located in the Bridport electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Mill Lane, Bridport, DT6 3PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT6 3PJ, DT6 3PA, DT6 3NW, DT6 3PG, DT6 3PB, DT6 3RG, DT6 3NZ, DT6 3FR, DT6 3RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT6 3PN has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.3% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 57.3% | 9.2% | 51.0% | 6.3% |
| Male | 51.9% | 42.7% | -9.2% | 49.0% | -6.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.3% | 41% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 32.6% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -11.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 14% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 9.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.8% | 34.4% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -14.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 35.9% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 18% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 9.9% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.3% | 26.7% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.8% | 11.2% | -11.6% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 19.6% | 5.0% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 15.2% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 20.2% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.5% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99% | 96.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 95.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 95.8% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.3% | 76.7% | -12.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 33.3% | 13.5% | 19.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.5% | 37.2% | 17.3% |
| Christian | 32.7% | 46.2% | -13.5% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Mill Lane was 53.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.5% lower than the Bridport average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
South Mill Lane has the 22nd highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Bridport and the 398th highest crime rate of 1,286 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 South Mill Lane, Bridport, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-06-30 | £305,684 |
| Garden Cottage, 38B South Mill Lane, Bridport, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2025-03-27 | £559,720 |
| 2 South Mill Lane, Bridport, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-09-30 | £381,962 |
| 14 South Mill Lane, Bridport, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2020-12-08 | £244,834 |
| 14 South Mill Lane, Bridport, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2020-12-08 | £226,404 |
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School Skilling Hill Road , DT6 5LA | - not rated | 776 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School Skilling Hill Road , DT6 5LA | 3out of 4 | 776 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridport Primary School St Andrew's Road , DT6 3BJ | - not rated | 1,013 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridport Primary School St Andrew's Road , DT6 3BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Roman Catholic School Pymore Road , DT6 3TR | 2out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sir John Colfox School Ridgeway , DT6 3DT | - not rated | 2,223 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sir John Colfox Academy Ridgeway , DT6 3DT | 3out of 4 | 2,223 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ronan's School Asker Mead , DT6 4DA | - not rated | 741 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Symondsbury College Symondsbury , DT6 6HD | - not rated | 2,647 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE FISHERMANS ARMS | Former Concrete Batching Plant Rear Of, 156 South Street | 234 yd | |
| Sundorbon | 68 South Street | 262 yd | |
| Soulshine | 76 South Street | 262 yd | |
| BRIDPORT ART CENTRE CAFE | Art Garden Cafe, 9 South Street | 297 yd | |
| ELECTRIC PALACE CAFE | Electric Palace South Street | 297 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodman | 61 South Street | 164 yd | |
| ELECTRIC PALACE | Electric Palace South Street | 297 yd | |
| George Hotel | 4 South Street | 424 yd | |
| Lord Nelson Hotel | 52 East Street | 425 yd | |
| THE GREYHOUND | 2 East Street | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamarind Indian Takeaway | 156 South Street | 231 yd | |
| BELLA'S | 7 South Street | 413 yd | |
| K. Yuen Take Away | 50 East Street | 435 yd | |
| BRIDPORT KEBAB HOUSE | 30 East Street | 438 yd | |
| Granny Gothards | 9A | 509 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Stores Plc West Bay Road | 398 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | 42 - 44 West Street | 553 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Playing Field | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| St Mary'S Field - Bridport Fc SKILLING HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 370 yd |
| Bridport Youth & Community Centre GUNDRY LANE | 425 yd | |
| Bridport Social & Education Centre (Closed) Flood Lane | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| St Marys C Of E Primary School SKILLING HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Bridport Leisure Centre Skilling Hill Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 689 yd |
| Bridport Tennis Club PLOTTINGHAM PLAYING FIELDS PLOTTINGHAM PLAYING FIELDS TANNERY ROAD | tennis courts | 709 yd |
| Bridport Primary School ST. ANDREWS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,090 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.