Coopers Lane is in Verwood and in East Dorset district. BH31 7PF 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 Coopers Lane, Verwood, BH31 7PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH31 7AZ, BH31 7PL, BH31 7PZ, BH31 7PB, BH31 7PA, BH31 7PX, BH31 7PG, BH31 7PP, BH31 7PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH31 7PF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 49.8% | 52.2% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 47.8% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 BH31 7PF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 21% | 25.2% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 53.4% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.8% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 48.4% | 49.5% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 32.4% | 4.6% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 11.9% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 30.9% | 14% | -16.9% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 14.3% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 13.7% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 7.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.9% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 29.3% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -4.5% |
| Other | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.6% | 97.8% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 94.9% | 97.3% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 94.5% | 97.3% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 42.7% | 46.2% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coopers Lane was 69.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.0% higher than the Verwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coopers Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Verwood and the 284th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 89.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Coopers Lane, Verwood, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2000-08-11 | £413,801 |
BH31 7PF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
BH31 7PF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Church of England First School Coopers Lane , BH31 7PG | - not rated | 127 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Community First School Hillside Road , BH31 7HE | 3out of 4 | 682 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Verwood Church of England First School Howe Lane , BH31 6JF | 4out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School Church Road , Three Legged Cross BH21 6RF | 4out of 4 | 3,785 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England First School and Nursery, Alderholt Park Lane , Alderholt SP6 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 5,000 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 | 1,582 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranborne Middle School Cranborne , BH21 5RP | 3out of 4 | 5,244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beeches School Aurora Boveridge College , Cranborne BH21 5RT | - not rated | 5,226 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | 1 - 2, The Old Pottery Manor Way | 463 yd | |
| Cafe Aroma | The Gables Ringwood Road | 522 yd | |
| Hillside Community First School | Hillside Community First School Hillside Road | 539 yd | |
| Spice of India | 77 Ringwood Road | 990 yd | |
| Al Trullo | 60 Ringwood Road | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | The Albion Inn Station Road | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab and Pizza Hot | 2A Ringwood Road | 514 yd | |
| Champagne Chinese Takeaway | 9 Manor Road | 547 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Ce Va First School COOPERS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 138 yd |
| Lifestyle The Hub BROCK WAY | health and fitness suite | 521 yd |
| Hillside Community First School HILLSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| Verwood Leisure Centre (Closed) Chiltern Drive | health and fitness suite | 1,038 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.