BH21 4DS is in Hillbutts, Wimborne and East Dorset district. BH21 4DS is located in the Stour & Allen Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillbutts, Wimborne, BH21 4DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH21 4DS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 47.2% | 48.9% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 52.8% | 51.1% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 28.3% | 31% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 46.9% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 12.4% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 8% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 48.8% | 33.8% | -15.0% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 38.3% | 9.2% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 15% | 20.3% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 25.7% | 18.4% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 11.4% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 14% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 9.6% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 17.5% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 27.2% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 99.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 97.6% | 90.3% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 91% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around BH21 4DS was 162.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 705.8% higher than the Cranborne Chase average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
BH21 4DS has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Cranborne Chase and the 74th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Poplars, Wimborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £468,000 | 2022-10-20 | £463,899 |
| 622, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-04-26 | £816,254 |
| Hillbutts Gate, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £765,000 | 2018-02-26 | £939,640 |
| Wyvern House, Wimborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £442,500 | 2013-11-26 | £710,513 |
| 622, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2011-10-18 | £538,393 |
BH21 4DS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BH21 4DS 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 4DS 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 | 38 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pamphill Church of England First School Pamphill Green , BH21 4EE | - not rated | 669 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimborne First School and Nursery Campanula Way , BH21 4FW | - not rated | 1,680 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne St John's Hill , BH21 1BX | 4out of 4 | 2,643 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merley First School Oakley Straight , Merley BH21 1SD | 4out of 4 | 4,009 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colehill First School Pilford Heath Road , Colehill BH21 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 4,411 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 | 612 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | 2out of 4 | 4,795 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 | 1,995 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 | 3,285 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 3,615 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dumpton School Deans Grove House , Deans Grove BH21 7AF | - not rated | 2,699 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaucroft Foundation School Wimborne Road , Colehill BH21 2SS | 4out of 4 | 3,021 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 3,385 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 4,536 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford School Canford Magna , BH21 3AD | - not rated | 4,899 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pamphill Parlour & Farm Shop | Pamphill Dairy Farm Shop Abbott Street | 479 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 387 yd |
| Pamphill Village Green | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth'S School Sports Field THE BROADS | grass pitches | 749 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 | 79.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 79.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 79.2% |
| 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 | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.