Wesley Road is in Wimborne and in East Dorset district. BH21 2QD is located in the Colehill & Wimborne Minster East 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 Wesley Road, Wimborne, BH21 2QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH21 1BP, BH21 2QX, BH21 2QB, BH21 2QE, BH21 2PG, BH21 1TL, BH21 1HJ, BH21 2QN, BH21 1TQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH21 2QD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BH21 2QD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17% | 16.5% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -21.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.5% | 69.2% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 25.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 6.8% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.8% | 57.1% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 8.7% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 32.6% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 8.1% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around BH21 2QD this area, 6.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 52.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 6.4% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 5.7% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 11.7% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 3.4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 20.4% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.2% | 52.1% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 18.3% |
| Other | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 94.4% | 94.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 76.7% | 15.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wesley Road was 11.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.0% lower than the Colehill & Wimborne Minster East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wesley Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Colehill & Wimborne Minster East and the 130th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Wesley Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2021-04-08 | £571,378 |
| 40 Wesley Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2019-10-29 | £626,504 |
| 40 Wesley Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2017-07-25 | £536,671 |
| 44 Wesley Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £512,500 | 2016-08-26 | £681,956 |
| 60A Wesley Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2016-07-15 | £686,005 |
BH21 2QD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BH21 2QD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne St John's Hill , BH21 1BX | 4out of 4 | 434 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimborne First School and Nursery Campanula Way , BH21 4FW | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colehill First School Pilford Heath Road , Colehill BH21 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 1,948 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayeswood First School Cutlers Place , Colehill BH21 2HN | 4out of 4 | 1,966 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merley First School Oakley Straight , Merley BH21 1SD | 4out of 4 | 2,113 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth's School Blandford Road , Pamphill BH21 4DT | 3out of 4 | 2,148 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | 2out of 4 | 4,674 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allenbourn Middle School East Borough , BH21 1PL | 4out of 4 | 767 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill Colehill Lane , Colehill BH21 7AB | 3out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,309 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | 2out of 4 | 4,789 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaucroft Foundation School Wimborne Road , Colehill BH21 2SS | 4out of 4 | 654 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dumpton School Deans Grove House , Deans Grove BH21 7AF | - not rated | 1,220 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford School Canford Magna , BH21 3AD | - not rated | 2,335 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 2,478 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe @ The Allendale | Allendale Community Centre Hanham Road | 802 yd | |
| Indian Nights | 6A Leigh Road | 896 yd | |
| Riverside Cafe | Unit 10a, Wimborne Industrial Estate Mill Lane | 917 yd | |
| Cafe by Jo | 1 Poole Road | 932 yd | |
| The Olive Branch | The Olive Branch, 6 East Borough | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wimborne Rugby Football Club | Wimborne Rugby Football Club Gordon Road | 617 yd | |
| RAF ASSOCIATION CLUB | 34 Leigh Road | 843 yd | |
| The Cricketers Arms | 12 Park Lane | 929 yd | |
| The Horns Inn | The Horns Inn Burts Hill | 974 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 38 East Street | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long John's Fish & Chips | 73A Leigh Road | 601 yd | |
| Krua Baan Thai | 15 Leigh Road | 881 yd | |
| Best Pizza & Kebab | 6 Leigh Road | 903 yd | |
| Mango & Sorrel | 46 High Street | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M&S Food | 3 - 4 Crown Mead | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colehill Sports & Social Club WIMBORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Beaucroft Foundation School WIMBORNE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 651 yd |
| Leigh Park GORDON ROAD | grass pitches | 815 yd |
| Allenbourn Middle School EAST BOROUGH | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| St Michaels Middle School COLEHILL LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,009 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 | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.03 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.03 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.59 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.