Rosebery Close is in Verwood and in East Dorset district. BH31 6DU is located in the Verwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rosebery Close, Verwood, BH31 6DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH31 6YS, BH31 7AR, BH31 7FZ, BH31 6XY, BH31 7AX, BH31 6UA, BH31 6XG, BH31 6FY, BH31 6XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH31 6DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.4% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.6% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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% | 34.8% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 46% | -8.9% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 13.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 (89.5%) 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 | 65.5% | 55.9% | -9.6% | 48.4% | 7.5% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 33.6% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 6.7% | 7.7% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.7% | 12.2% | 4.5% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 9.6% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 20.7% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.3% | 28.7% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 11.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 21.8% | -12.3% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.8% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 95.3% | 93.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 1.2% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 94.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.1% | 37.2% | 17.9% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rosebery Close was 28.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.1% lower than the Verwood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rosebery Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Verwood and the 492nd lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Rosebery Close, Verwood, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-07-04 | £261,485 |
| 2 Rosebery Close, Verwood, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-05-30 | £271,867 |
| 6 Rosebery Close, Verwood, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-02-02 | £286,786 |
| 4 Rosebery Close, Verwood, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-06-29 | £273,593 |
| 14 Rosebery Close, Verwood, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £251,500 | 2022-12-02 | £251,500 |
BH31 6DU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Community First School Hillside Road , BH31 7HE | 3out of 4 | 1,821 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Verwood Church of England First School Howe Lane , BH31 6JF | 4out of 4 | 2,247 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England First School Coopers Lane , BH31 7PG | - not rated | 2,462 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School Church Road , Three Legged Cross BH21 6RF | 4out of 4 | 3,231 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives Primary & Nursery School Sandy Lane , St. Ives BH24 2LE | 4out of 4 | 4,869 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School Howe Lane , BH31 6JF | 1out of 4 | 2,094 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheiling College Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 4,989 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling School Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 4,989 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringwood Waldorf School Folly Farm Lane , Ashley BH24 2NN | - not rated | 5,057 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Potterne Park POTTERNE PARK POTTERNE PARK POTTERNE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,079 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 | 77.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.4% |
| 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 | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.