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Bridport North

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About

Bridport North encompasses the residential streets and local amenities extending from the town centre towards the coastal hinterland. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, set along roads that gradually rise to offer views of the surrounding hills. It functions primarily as a community-focused neighbourhood, with several schools, small convenience stores, and green spaces like St. Mary's Field serving local needs.

The area's identity is closely linked to its historical rope and net making industry, with street names such as Ropemakers and the presence of former factory buildings hinting at this past. A notable local feature is the annual Bridport Hat Festival, which often involves community participation from this part of town. The western edges lead towards the River Brit and the route to West Bay, connecting the neighbourhood to the broader landscape of valleys and farmland.

Area overview

On average Bridport North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bridport North is £43,123 per year. There are 3 schools in Bridport North: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Bridport North is home to around 6,414 people, with a population density of about 1,408.8 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
13.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bridport North Population
6,414
Population density
1,408.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
23.7(-28%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.66(-3%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.9(-40%)
Other theft
3.59(-36%)
Public order
2.96(-55%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,022
93.84%
Other White
186
2.9%
Other Asian
28
0.44%
White and Asian (mixed)
28
0.44%
Irish
28
0.44%
Total population: 6,417

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,674
30.44%
No qualifications
975
17.73%
Level 3 (A level)
903
16.42%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
790
14.36%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
583
10.6%
Total 16+ residents: 5,500

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,482
47.59%
Owns with a mortgage
589
18.91%
Other social rented
506
16.25%
Private landlord or letting agency
380
12.2%
Other forms of private rent
96
3.08%
Total households: 3,114

Property prices in Bridport North

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £309,810 in Bridport North area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £950,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bridport North in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bridport North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£464,000
Flats23£171,000
Semi-Detached16£322,500
Terraced29£285,000

10 years median price trend in Bridport North

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bridport North.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.