South Mead is in Bere Regis, Wareham and in Purbeck district. BH20 7HY is located in the West Purbeck electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Dorset and North Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Mead, Bere Regis, Wareham, BH20 7HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH20 7NB, BH20 7HS, BH20 7HT, BH20 7NA, BH20 7HW, BH20 7HF, BH20 7HP, BH20 7ND, BH20 7NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH20 7HY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 53.2% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 46.8% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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% | 29.4% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 43.3% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 13.4% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 10% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 47.1% | 47.3% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 32.9% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 15.2% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.8% | 21.5% | 3.7% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 10.5% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 18.5% | 1.2% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 28.5% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.5% | 98.7% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.7% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Mead was 32.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.3% lower than the Lytchett Matravers & Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Mead has the 20th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Lytchett Matravers & Upton and the 597th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 South Mead, Wareham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-06-05 | £466,981 |
| 11 South Mead, Wareham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-04-06 | £326,598 |
| 15 South Mead, Wareham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-01-14 | £332,109 |
| 13 South Mead, Wareham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £307,500 | 2020-11-16 | £358,147 |
| 25 South Mead, Wareham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2018-08-23 | £319,549 |
BH20 7HY 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 7HY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bere Regis Primary and Preschool Southbrook , Bere Regis BH20 7DB | 1out of 4 | 371 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt & Pepper Club | Bere Regis Scout Headquarters Elder Road | 108 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | The Royal Oak West Street | 349 yd | |
| The Drax Arms | The Drax Arms West Street | 356 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bere Regis Sports Club NORTH STREET | grass pitches | 706 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.