Dorchester Road is in Wool, Wareham and in Purbeck district. BH20 6EQ is located in the West Purbeck electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dorchester Road, Wool, Wareham, BH20 6EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH20 6EG, BH20 6DU, BH20 6DZ, BH20 6EW, BH20 6HN, BH20 6ET, BH20 6DS, BH20 6DR, BH20 6EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH20 6EQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 48.5% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51.5% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.9% | 26.1% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 48.5% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 10.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 11% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41% | 37.7% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 37.7% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 16.4% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 6.2% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.2% | 22% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 10.8% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 13.1% | 1.7% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.6% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 22.8% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 95.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.4% | 95.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 95.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.3% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dorchester Road was 58.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.3% higher than the South East Purbeck average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dorchester Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in South East Purbeck and the 370th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pig Cottage Dorchester Road, Wareham, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-02-14 | £350,429 |
| 2 Station House Dorchester Road, Wareham, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-11-15 | £330,154 |
| Sunrise Dorchester Road, Wareham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-07-07 | £380,379 |
| Pig Cottage Dorchester Road, Wareham, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-12-03 | £354,072 |
| Homeleigh Dorchester Road, Wareham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-02-09 | £448,412 |
BH20 6EQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH20 6EQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Folly Lane , Wool BH20 6DS | 4out of 4 | 237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wool Church of England Primary School High Street , Wool BH20 6BT | - not rated | 843 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bovington Academy Holt Road , Bovington BH20 6LE | 1out of 4 | 2,520 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour School Dorset Cologne Road , Bovington BH20 6NU | - not rated | 1,403 yd | Free schools special | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jurassic Coast Bistro | Unit 1, Woolbridge Business Centre East Burton Road | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Inn | The Ship Inn Dorchester Road | 11 yd | |
| Wool Royal British Legion | Royal British Legion Colliers Lane | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Garden | 3, The Parade Dorchester Road | 258 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wool Playing Field Colliers Lane | grass pitches | 264 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.