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Bridport South & West Bay

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About

Bridport South & West Bay is a coastal area in Dorset, known for its mix of historic charm and seaside appeal. The town of Bridport has a market tradition dating back centuries, with independent shops, galleries, and a weekly market. West Bay, just a short distance away, features a working harbour and dramatic cliffs, including the iconic Golden Cap. The area is a gateway to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The River Brit flows through Bridport, connecting the town to West Bay’s sandy and shingle beach. The harbour is a focal point, offering fresh seafood and boat trips along the coast. Walking trails, including the South West Coast Path, provide access to scenic viewpoints. The area has been used as a filming location for TV dramas, adding to its recognition. Bridport South & West Bay balances a relaxed coastal atmosphere with outdoor activities and local heritage.

Area overview

On average Bridport South & West Bay has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bridport South & West Bay is £40,300 per year.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
85
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
16.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bridport South & West Bay Population
5,553
Population density
1,394.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,217
93.97%
Other White
140
2.52%
Irish
39
0.7%
Other Asian
27
0.49%
Other
23
0.41%
Total population: 5,552

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,400
48.95%
Other social rented
469
16.4%
Owns with a mortgage
431
15.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
409
14.3%
Other forms of private rent
77
2.69%
Total households: 2,860

Property prices in Bridport South & West Bay

Based on 107 recent sales, the median property price is £355,000 in Bridport South & West Bay area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £955,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bridport South & West Bay 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 South & West Bay over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached41£512,500
Flats18£176,250
Semi-Detached17£375,000
Terraced31£263,000

10 years median price trend in Bridport South & West Bay

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bridport South & West Bay.

All postcodes in Bridport South & West Bay

DT65AT

Coronation Road

DT65DD

Allington Park

DT63NU

South Street

DT63RH

Rope Walks

DT64DU

Nordons

DT64DY

Green Lane

DT64EZ

Bridport South & West Bay

DT64SN

Bramble Drive

DT64SP

Poppy Way

DT64SU

Meadowlands

DT65BY

Rendalls Walk

DT64SA

The Paddocks

DT65AN

Alexandra Road

DT63PW

Church Street

DT65AQ

Alexandra Road

DT64ER

Bridport South & West Bay

DT63FN

Foundry Lane

DT64BD

Roundham Gardens

DT64DR

Lansdowne Road

DT64HQ

Forty Foot Way

DT65BN

Allington Park

DT63QB

East Street

DT64BG

Lansdowne Road

DT63PE

South Street

DT64DZ

Slades Green

DT65BW

Edwards Close

DT63LL

East Street

DT63LW

East Street

DT64BA

West Bay Road

DT64BN

Duck Street

DT64DF

Crock Lane

DT64DS

Crock Lane

DT64EP

Bridport South & West Bay

DT64GA

Bridport South & West Bay

DT64HB

Forty Foot Way

DT64JL

Mount Joy

DT64JU

Coopers Drive

DT64SL

Bramble Drive

DT65AP

Queens Road

DT63RA

St Michael's Lane

DT64BL

Main Street

DT64DN

Glebe Close

DT63HA

East Road

DT64JS

Valley Road

DT65BG

Rendalls Walk

DT65BX

Rendalls Walk

DT65EU

Park Road

DT63FR

Church Street

DT64BE

Burton Road

DT64GZ

Esplanade

DT65AA

Magdalen Lane

DT65AY

Princess Road

DT65HL

Arrow Field

DT64DJ

Bothen Drive

DT63LJ

Barrack Street

DT64HE

Esplanade

DT63NN

Church Street

DT63QP

Rope Walks

DT63RD

St Michael's Lane

DT63RF

St Michael's Lane

DT63TP

Tannery Road

DT64BP

Old Church Road

DT64DE

Crock Lane

DT64RZ

East Road

DT65QP

Alexandra Court

DT63LD

Gundry Lane

DT63PU

Folly Mill Lane

DT63FS

Folly Mill Lane

DT63GY

St Michael's Lane

DT63QD

East Street

DT63RB

St Michael's Lane

DT63RJ

Folly Mill Lane

DT64AG

Crock Lane

DT64BQ

Bridport South & West Bay

DT64BW

Quarry Lane

DT64JW

Wanderwell Farm Lane

DT65AS

Coronation Road

DT63XB

South Walk

DT63JT

Chancery Lane

DT63QX

Tannery Road

DT64EE

Lower Walditch Lane

DT64GX

Esplanade

DT64PS

Burton Road

DT65AH

Alexandra Road

DT63RS

Gundry Lane

DT64BH

Crock Lane

DT63PQ

South Walk

DT64EN

West Bay Road

DT64JX

North Hill Way

DT65AW

Alexandra Road

DT64AA

East Road

DT63LP

Bridport South & West Bay

DT63QS

South Street

DT63RE

St Michael's Lane

DT64AZ

Roundham Gardens

DT64JR

Coopers Drive

DT65BF

Rendalls Walk

DT65BJ

North Allington

DT63LH

East Street

DT63PD

South Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.