DT8 3LR is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (DT8) is called the outward code. The part after the space (3LR) is called the inward code. The letters C, I, K, M, O and V are not allowed in the inward code. In addition to the inward and outward code, the postcode can be broken up into four parts:
- Postal Area. In our case DT which means Dorchester.
- Postal District. In our case DT8.
- Postal Sector. In our case DT8 3.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case LR.
The regional mail center for the post area DT is the South West Distribution Centre, which is located at Western Approach, Distribution Park, Severn Beach, BRISTOL, BS35 4GG.
The final port of call for any post addressed to the DT8 3LR postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is BRIDPORT DO. Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
The properties in the DT8 3LR postcode have the street address of Hogshill Street
Did you know? According to the 2021 Census, the DT8 3LR postcode is home to a bustling 28 residents!
It is situated within the post town of BEAMINSTER within the old postal county of Dorset.
DT8 3LR is within the town of Beaminster.
The DT8 3LR postcode area is composed of 100% residential properties, 0% commercial properties, and 0% public properties.
According to our data. Most dwellings in DT8 3LR are flats. The remainder of residential properties consist of houses. Of these flats, most are mid-terraced. The remainder are detached, semi-detached, end-terraced and unknown. Of these houses, most are end-terraced. The remainder are detached.
Most properties in DT8 3LR are social housing with the rest being owned by the occupiers.
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Map of the DT8 3LR Postcode
| Property Type | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Residential | 100% |
| Commercial | 0% |
| Public | 0% |
Telephone Area Code for DT8 3LR
The telephone area code for DT8 3LR is 01308 Bridport.
Map Coordinates for DT8 3LR
| Latitude | 50.810292454 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -2.74203183556 |
Ordnance Survey Maps for DT8 3LR
| Map Series | Amazon | Ordnance Survey |
| Explorer 1:25,000 116 Lyme Regis and Bridport | Check Price on Amazon | Buy Direct from the Ordnance Survey |
| Explorer 1:25,000 117 Cerne Abbas and Bere Regis, Blandford Forum and Beaminster | Check Price on Amazon | Buy Direct from the Ordnance Survey |
| Landranger 1:50,000 193 Taunton & Lyme Regis | Check Price on Amazon | Buy Direct from the Ordnance Survey |
Weather Forecast for DT8 3LR
Tue 30th Apr
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Heavy rain | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 89.00% | S 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Heavy rain | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 90.00% | SSE 4 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Light rain | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 79.00% | SE 7 mph |
Wed 1st May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 |  | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 14.00% | S 4 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 6.00% | SSE 2 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 5.00% | ESE 2 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 6.00% | SE 4 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 7.00% | W 4 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 49.00% | W 4 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Heavy rain | 11.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 83.00% | NNW 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Heavy rain | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 89.00% | NNW 9 mph |
Thu 2nd May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Heavy rain | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 86.00% | NW 11 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Heavy rain | 11.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 85.00% | NW 13 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Heavy rain | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 86.00% | NNW 11 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Heavy rain shower (day) | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 59.00% | NW 11 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Light rain shower (day) | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 42.00% | NW 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 24.00% | WNW 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 42.00% | W 11 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 11.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 39.00% | W 11 mph |
Fri 3rd May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 19.00% | W 11 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 19.00% | W 11 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 16.00% | W 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 13.00% | W 11 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Partly cloudy (day) | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 8.00% | WSW 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 15.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 7.00% | WSW 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 5.00% | WSW 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Clear night | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 3.00% | WSW 7 mph |
Sat 4th May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Clear night | 8.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 5.00% | WSW 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 7.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 6.00% | SSW 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 7.00% | SSW 7 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 10.00% | SSW 11 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 36.00% | S 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 37.00% | S 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 11.00% | S 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 11.00% | SSW 9 mph |
What are the Broadband Speeds like in the DT8 3LR Postcode?
Download Speeds For DT8 3LR
| Average Mbps | 49.700 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 54.800 |
| Maximum Mbps | 79.670 |
DT8 3LR has an average download speed of 49.7 Megabits per second (Mbps).
1,500 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
26% of postcodes (305,529) have slower broadband speeds.
74% of postcodes (877,612) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds For DT8 3LR
| Average Mbps | 12.300 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 13.000 |
| Maximum Mbps | 20.000 |
DT8 3LR has an average upload speed of 12.3 Megabits per second (Mbps).
10,011 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
39% of postcodes (462,994) have slower upload speeds.
60% of postcodes (711,636) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute drive of DT8 3LR Postcode
England Secondary Schools
Beaminster School
Address: Beaminster School, Newtown, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3EP
Distance: 0.30 miles
Contact: 01308862633
England Primary Schools
Beaminster St Mary's Academy
Address: Beaminster St Mary's Academy, Clay Lane, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3BY
Distance: 0.28 miles
Contact: 01308862201
Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Address: Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Fairoak Way, Mosterton, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3JQ
Distance: 2.57 miles
Contact: 01308868492
Nearest Dentists
Dentists near DT8 3LR
THE MINSTER DENTAL HEALTH CENTRE
Address: 3 CHURCH STREET, BEAMINSTER, DORSET, DT8 3AZ
Distance: 0.14 miles
Contact: :
ST SWITHINS HOUSE (DENTAL SURGERY)
Address: ST SWITHINS HOUSE, NORTH ALLINGTON, BRIDPORT, DORSET, DT6 5DU
Distance: 5.26 miles
Contact: :
COLOSSEUM DENTAL (ALLINGTON)
Address: 5 WEST ALLINGTON, BRIDPORT, DORSET, DT6 5BJ
Distance: 5.34 miles
Contact: :
JOHN LUMLEY & SIMON WOOD DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 53 EAST STREET, BRIDPORT, DORSET, DT6 3JX
Distance: 5.34 miles
Contact: :
BLACK SWAN DENTAL SPA
Address: 21A-23 MARKET STREET, CREWKERNE, SOMERSET, TA18 7JU
Distance: 5.57 miles
Contact: :
ORCHARD LANE DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: ORCHARD LANE, CREWKERNE, SOMERSET, TA18 7AF
Distance: 5.61 miles
Contact: :
Nearest Chemists
Pharmacies near DT8 3LR
BEAMINSTER PHARMACY
Address: 20 HOGSHILL STREET, BEAMINSTER, DORSET, DT8 3AA
Distance: 0.06 miles
Contact: tel: 01308 862288
BOOTS
Address: 3-5 WEST STREET, BRIDPORT, DORSET, DT6 3QJ
Distance: 5.33 miles
Contact: tel: 01308 422475
WELL
Address: 24 EAST STREET, BRIDPORT, DORSET, DT6 3LF
Distance: 5.37 miles
Contact: tel: 01308 422100
LLOYDSPHARMACY
Address: BRIDPORT MEDICAL CENTRE, WEST ALLINGTON, BRIDPORT, DT6 5BN
Distance: 5.38 miles
Contact: tel: 01308 424350
CREWKERNE PHARMACY
Address: MIDDLE PATH, CREWKERNE, TA18 8BX
Distance: 5.44 miles
Contact: tel: 01460 72781
BOOTS
Address: 8-10 MARKET STREET, CREWKERNE, SOMERSET, TA18 7LA
Distance: 5.59 miles
Contact: tel: 01460 72310
Nearest Opticians
Opticians near DT8 3LR
ROBERT FRITH ONE LIMITED (BRIDPORT)
Address: 7 WEST STREET, BRIDPORT, DORSET, DT6 3QJ
Distance: 5.33 miles
Contact: :
ROBERT FRITH ONE LTD - BRIDPORT
Address: 7 WEST STREET, BRIDPORT, DT6 3QJ
Distance: 5.33 miles
Contact: :
SCRIVENS OPTICIANS (BRIDPORT)
Address: 39 EAST STREET, BRIDPORT, DORSET, DT6 3JX
Distance: 5.34 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (BRIDPORT)
Address: 18 EAST STREET, BRIDPORT, DORSET, DT6 3LF
Distance: 5.37 miles
Contact: :
VISION EXPRESS (CREWKERNE)
Address: 23 SOUTH STREET, CREWKERNE, SOMERSET, TA18 8DA
Distance: 5.51 miles
Contact: :
ROBERT FRITH OPTOMETRISTS
Address: 7-8 FALKLAND SQUARE, CREWKERNE, TA18 7JS
Distance: 5.59 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors near DT8 3LR
AMMONITE HEALTH PARTNERSHIP (TUNNEL ROAD SURGERY)
Address: 24 TUNNEL ROAD, BEAMINSTER, DORSET, DT8 3AB
Distance: 0.19 miles
Contact: :
BARTON HOUSE MED PRACTICE
Address: BARTON HOUSE, BEAMINSTER, DORSET, DT8 3EQ
Distance: 0.21 miles
Contact: tel: 01308 861938
AMMONITE HEALTH PARTNERSHIP
Address: BRIDPORT MEDICAL CENTRE, WEST ALLINGTON, BRIDPORT, DT6 5BN
Distance: 5.38 miles
Contact: tel: 01308 412896
CREWKERNE HEALTH CENTRE, CREWKERNE
Address: MIDDLE PATH, CREWKERNE, SOMERSET, TA18 8BX
Distance: 5.44 miles
Contact: tel: 01460 72435
WEST ONE SURGERY
Address: WEST STREET, CREWKERNE, SOMERSET, TA18 8AY
Distance: 5.59 miles
Contact: :
EVERSHOT SURGERY
Address: EVERSHOT, DORCHESTER, DORSET, DT2 0JR
Distance: 6.22 miles
Contact: :
Transport Links near DT8 3LR
Train Stations
Nearest stations for postcode: DT8 3LR
- Crewkerne
Crewkerne station, Station Road, Crewkerne, Dorset, TA18 8AUDistance: 5.52 milesDriving Time: 8.30 minutes - Maiden Newton
Maiden Newton station, Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AEDistance: 10.10 milesDriving Time: 16.60 minutes - Chetnole
Chetnole station, Stockbridge Road, Chetnole, Dorset, DT9 6EPDistance: 11.45 milesDriving Time: 21.48 minutes - Yetminster
Yetminster station, Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LHDistance: 13.77 milesDriving Time: 24.35 minutes - Yeovil Junction
Yeovil Junction station, off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UUDistance: 15.57 milesDriving Time: 25.69 minutes
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Motorway Junctions near DT8 3LR
Train Stations
Motorway Junctions near DT8 3LR
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
What are the Council Tax Bands for the DT8 3LR Postcode?
| Council Tax Band | Number of Properties |
|---|---|
| Band A | 4 |
| Band B | 26 |
| Band C | 1 |
What Addresses are in the DT8 3LR Postcode?
Addresses for Hogshill Street, Beaminster, Dorset, which have the DT8 3LR Postcode
Who are my Elected Representatives in the DT8 3LR Postcode?
| Westminster Constituency | West Dorset Co Const |
|---|---|
| Member or Parliament |  |
| Contact Details | Contact Chris Loder |
| Political Party | Conservative |
What Council is the DT8 3LR Postcode in?
The Council for this Postcode is Dorset Council, who are a Unitary authority. This means that they are responsible for providing education, libraries and maintaining highways as well as normal council duties such as council tax, rubbish collection, housing, environmental health and planning.
You can visit the website for Dorset at the following link Dorset.How much is the Council Tax?
Dorset Council is responsible for collecting council tax. This will vary depending on which council tax band the property falls within. You can check the council tax band at the gov.uk website.
Once you know the council tax band you can view how much Dorset charge for that band by visiting the The Council Tax section of their website.
Planning Applications
When moving house to a new post code it is worth checking out what will be built in the neighbourhood.
Few people want to live next door to a building site, have their garden overlooked or have the views from their property ruined.
Visit the local planning department and search for planning applications in this postcode granted within the last three years or still awaiting a decision. This will give an indication of what could still be built.
Where can I find out where the nearest Library to the DT8 3LR Postcode is?
Libraries are the responsibility of Dorset council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Libraries - Dorset CouncilHouse Sales in DT8 3LR
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | £90,000 | £84,000 | £91,000 | 3 |
| 2011 | £89,950 | £70,000 | £79,975 | 2 |
| 2012 | £80,000 | £80,000 | £80,000 | 1 |
| 2013 | £48,000 | £57,500 | £70,111 | 9 |
| 2014 | £110,000 | £87,000 | £93,983 | 3 |
| 2015 | £73,000 | £81,000 | £88,667 | 6 |
| 2016 | £115,000 | £82,250 | £93,083 | 3 |
| 2017 | £122,500 | £130,000 | £124,992 | 6 |
| 2018 | £109,950 | £118,000 | £113,975 | 2 |
| 2019 | £97,500 | £95,000 | £114,250 | 4 |
| 2020 | £127,500 | £105,000 | £116,250 | 2 |
| 2022 | £139,950 | £115,000 | £126,650 | 3 |
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Postcodes near the DT8 3LR Postcode
What Popular Supermarkets are near the DT8 3LR Postcode?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Lidl, St. Andrews Road, BRIDPORT, DT6 3DJ | 7.89 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to Lidl |
| Waitrose, West Street, BRIDPORT, DT6 3QP | 8.60 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to Waitrose |
| Waitrose, South Street, CREWKERNE, TA18 8DA | 8.86 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to Waitrose |
| Lidl, The George Shopping Centre, CREWKERNE, TA18 7LU | 9.05 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to Lidl |
| Morrisons, West Bay Road, BRIDPORT, DT6 4SB | 9.39 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to Morrisons |
What Popular Restaurants are near the DT8 3LR Postcode?
| Burger King | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Middle Street, Yeovil, BA20 1LZ | 10.24 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to 2 Middle Street |
| Horton Cross, Illminster, TA19 9PT | 12.06 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to Horton Cross |
| A303/a37 Podimore, Yeovil, BA22 8JG | 15.10 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to A303/a37 Podimore |
| Chickerell Link Road, Chickerell, DT3 4DG | 17.26 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to Chickerell Link Road |
| Mcdonald's | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's, Lysander Road, YEOVIL, BA20 2AU | 9.53 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to McDonald's, Lysander Road, YEOVIL, BA20 2AU |
| McDonald's, Flushing Meadow, YEOVIL, BA21 5DL | 10.82 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to McDonald's, Flushing Meadow, YEOVIL, BA21 5DL |
| McDonald's, Bridport Road, DORCHESTER, DT2 9DL | 13.51 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to McDonald's, Bridport Road, DORCHESTER, DT2 9DL |
| McDonald's, Sparkford, YEOVIL, BA22 7JE | 16.83 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to McDonald's, Sparkford, YEOVIL, BA22 7JE |
| Restaurant | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| KFC, Western Avenue, Houndstone Business Park, YEOVIL, BA22 8YQ | 9.84 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to KFC Yeovil - Western Avenue |
| KFC, Jubilee Retail Park, Jubilee Close, WEYMOUTH, DT4 7BG | 18.22 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to KFC Weymouth - Jubilee Close |
| KFC, East Street, TAUNTON, TA1 3LX | 20.98 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to KFC Taunton - East Street |
| KFC, Lawrence Hill, WINCANTON, BA9 8AB | 21.46 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to KFC Wincanton - Lawrence Hill |
| KFC, Wirrall Park Road, GLASTONBURY, BA6 9XE | 22.96 miles | Directions from DT8 3LR to KFC Bristol - Glastonbury Tor Retail Park |