BH21 5DB is in Witchampton, Wimborne and East Dorset district. BH21 5DB 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 Witchampton, Wimborne, BH21 5DB 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 5DB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 46% | 48.4% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 54% | 51.6% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 5DB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% 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 | 23% | 26.1% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 55.9% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 8.1% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 53.7% | 54% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 33.7% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 15% | 10.2% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 14.6% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 18.6% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 10.6% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 26.5% | -3.1% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 100% | 96.8% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.9% | 97.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around BH21 5DB was 41.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 105.7% higher than the Cranborne Chase average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
BH21 5DB has the 7th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Cranborne Chase and the 540th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lambing Cottage, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2006-02-10 | £901,639 |
| Lambing Cottage, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2001-09-28 | £1,029,263 |
BH21 5DB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 5DB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Other | 17 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Witchampton Church of England First School Witchampton , BH21 5AP | 4out of 4 | 2,752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pamphill Church of England First School Pamphill Green , BH21 4EE | - not rated | 5,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church of England First School Gaunts Common , BH21 4JN | - not rated | 5,421 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 | 5,068 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.