About Drive End

Drive End is a small settlement located in the county of Dorset, England. It falls within the postcode area DT2. The area is primarily residential, offering a quiet environment for its inhabitants. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Dorset countryside, it is a place where one can appreciate the simplicity of rural life. The nearby towns and villages provide essential amenities and services, while the picturesque landscapes offer opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Drive End is well-connected to the surrounding areas, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider region of Dorset, which is known for its diverse landscapes and coastal features.

School Ratings in Drive End

Drive End is served by 8 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Drive End

Property prices average £420K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £519K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Drive End

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Drive End, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Drive End

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Drive End falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Drive End

Most properties in Drive End can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,734 sales

Average Price £420K
£2K — £7M
Detached £519K 1,588
Semi £340K 769
Terraced £282K 794
Flat £190K 281

Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
2 Other
Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 1.9 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Coker Building Good 3.9 miles Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.9 miles Thornford CofE Primary School Primary 4 miles East Coker Community Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Bradford Abbas Primary Good 4.2 miles Leweston School 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Drive End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Drive End in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
3/10
5,766 Children (0-15) 14%
22,445 Working Age 56%
15,914 Older (60+) 40%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Drive End 7 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Drive End falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

4 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Yetminster Train Station 2.5 miles
Yeovil Junction Train Station 4.1 miles
Chetnole Train Station 4.5 miles
Thornford Train Station 4.7 miles
Yeovil Pen Mill Train Station 5.5 miles
Maiden Newton Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Melbury Osmond 0 yards Town's End 0 yards Melbury Sampford 0.6 miles Pimperne 0.6 miles Stockwood 0.9 miles Lewcombe 1.2 miles Melbury Bubb 1.4 miles Hamlet 1.4 miles East Chelborough 1.8 miles Adam's Green 1.9 miles Evershot 1.9 miles Chetnole 2 miles

Local Government

District Dorset
Ward Eggardon
Constituency West Dorset
Parish Maiden Newton
Region South West

Streets in DT2 30 shown View all streets

1-47 Broken Cross 1 A35 23 A352 25 A353 4 A354 1 A356 12 A37 9 Abbey Court 1 Abbey Street 1 Abbots Meadow 1 Abbots Walk 1 Abbotsbury Lane 1 Acacia Drive 3 Acreman Close 1 Acreman Street 2 Airfield Close 1 Alton Lane 2 Arabia Walk 1 Ash Hill 1 Ash Road 1 Ash Tree Close 1 Ashleigh Avenue 1 Athelhampton Road 4 B3142 1 B3143 28 B3147 1 B3157 3 B3159 4 B3390 8 Back Lane 10

Postcodes in DT2 50 shown View all postcodes

DT2 0AA DT2 0AB DT2 0AD DT2 0AE DT2 0AF DT2 0AG DT2 0AH DT2 0AJ DT2 0AL DT2 0AQ DT2 0AR DT2 0AS DT2 0AT DT2 0AU DT2 0AW DT2 0AX DT2 0AY DT2 0AZ DT2 0BA DT2 0BB DT2 0BD DT2 0BE DT2 0BG DT2 0BL DT2 0BN DT2 0BP DT2 0BQ DT2 0BS DT2 0BT DT2 0BU DT2 0BW DT2 0BX DT2 0BY DT2 0BZ DT2 0DA DT2 0DB DT2 0DD DT2 0DE DT2 0DF DT2 0DG DT2 0DH DT2 0DJ DT2 0DL DT2 0DN DT2 0DQ DT2 0DR DT2 0DS DT2 0DT DT2 0DU DT2 0DW