DT7 (Lyme Regis) in Dorset has demonstrated modest capital appreciation, with prices rising at a 2.0 per cent compound annual growth rate over five years, whilst rental yields have expanded more briskly at 3.3 per cent annually. Population growth has been constrained at 1.4 per cent across the same period. The district scores 46.2 out of 100 on trajectory analysis, placing it at the 27th percentile nationally, indicating performance aligned with the broader average. Currently positioned in the latent gentrification stage, the area shows limited immediate momentum in either residential market expansion or property value acceleration relative to national benchmarks.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 1.6% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 3.3% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.4% per year
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What's changing in Lyme Regis · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.3 points this month to 45/100, driven mainly by demand.
7 planning applications submitted in DT7 over the last six months, 1 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Demolition of existing timber garage/store, formation of new garage/store; alterations to fenestrationJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Change of use of land to tourism to allow high quality glamping accommodation comprising of one safari tent and one carriage.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Remove existing shed. Proposed construction of a detached garage and open-sided car port with EV charging facilities. Solar array to be mounted on the roofJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Lyme Regis (DT7) common questions
Is Lyme Regis up and coming?
Lyme Regis (DT7) has a trajectory score of 45/100 (Average), placing it in the top 77% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 7.8 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Lyme Regis safe?
Lyme Regis has a safety score of 86/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Lyme Regis?
The average property price in Lyme Regis (DT7) is £322k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.6% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Lyme Regis?
The median monthly rent in Lyme Regis (DT7) is £921 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Lyme Regis?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Axminster (EX13), Colyton (EX24), Bridport (DT6), Beaminster (DT8), Chard (TA20). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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