Double Common is in Charmouth, Bridport and in West Dorset district. DT6 6PT is located in the Lyme & Charmouth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Double Common, Charmouth, Bridport, DT6 6PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT6 6BB, DT6 6RS, DT6 6RT, DT6 6QX, DT6 6BD, DT6 6LN, DT6 6LR, DT6 6BE, DT6 6AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT6 6PT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% of residents 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 | 55.8% | 55.6% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 44.2% | 44.4% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DT6 6PT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 11% | 19.7% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 56.4% | -7.5% | 44.2% | 12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 9.3% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 12.7% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.2% | 38.2% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 42.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 14.7% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.2% | 10.4% | -9.8% | 18.2% | -7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 5.8% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 15.8% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.9% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.2% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.5% | 42.3% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.3% | 94.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Double Common was 46.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.2% lower than the Lyme & Charmouth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Double Common has the 11th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Lyme & Charmouth and the 482nd highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Double Common, Bridport, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2025-03-11 | £472,533 |
| Kiama, 2 Double Common, Bridport, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2023-01-26 | £498,820 |
| 8 Double Common, Bridport, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,100 | 2022-05-13 | £501,274 |
| 9 Double Common, Bridport, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2020-10-29 | £429,882 |
| 10 Double Common, Bridport, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2018-06-04 | £645,113 |
DT6 6PT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DT6 6PT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 55% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 142 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charmouth Primary School Lower Sea Lane , Charmouth DT6 6LR | 2out of 4 | 270 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Lyme Regis Kings Way , DT7 3DY | 2out of 4 | 2,414 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mrs Ethelston's CofE Primary Academy Pound Lane , Uplyme DT7 3TT | 3out of 4 | 4,149 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodroffe School Uplyme Road , DT7 3LX | 4out of 4 | 3,480 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOFT ROCK CAFE | East Beach Kiosk Lower Sea Lane | 242 yd | |
| BEACH CAFE | Unit 3, The Old Cement Factory Lower Sea Lane | 318 yd | |
| CHARMOUTH CENTRAL LTD | Charmouth Library The Street | 332 yd | |
| The Bank House | Bank House The Street | 415 yd | |
| CHARMOUTH FISH BAR (HARVEYS) LTD | Flat, Merianda House The Street | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Inn | Royal Oak Inn The Street | 332 yd | |
| THE GEORGE HOTEL | George Hotel The Street | 490 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Charmouth Tennis Club TENNIS CLUB TENNIS CLUB LOWER SEA LANE | tennis courts | 299 yd |
| Barrs Lane Recreation Ground Barrs Lane | grass pitches | 650 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 | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.