Athelstan Road is in Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT1 1NR is located in the Dorchester East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Athelstan Road, Dorchester, DT1 1NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT1 1FD, DT1 1PS, DT1 1NT, DT1 1NU, DT1 1NL, DT1 1NS, DT1 1AN, DT1 1NP, DT1 1DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT1 1NR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 50.9% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 53.1% | 49.1% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 27.1% | 33.8% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 43.5% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 11.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 8% | -0.6% | 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 | 40% | 46.2% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 38.4% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 11.8% | -5.9% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 24.9% | 11.7% | -13.2% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11.7% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 18.8% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.1% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 16.7% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 30.5% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.3% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 95.4% | 91.8% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.6% | 92.5% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.1% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Athelstan Road was 24.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.6% lower than the Dorchester East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Athelstan Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Dorchester East and the 410th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Athelstan Road, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2021-12-10 | £836,254 |
| 1 Athelstan Road, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2017-03-17 | £723,244 |
| 4 Athelstan Road, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2005-09-20 | £668,063 |
| 4 Athelstan Road, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,500 | 1998-03-27 | £592,985 |
| 3 Athelstan Road, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,000 | 1997-12-15 | £546,611 |
DT1 1NR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester Lucetta Lane , DT1 2DD | 3out of 4 | 350 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Park Church of England First School Mellstock Avenue , DT1 2BH | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Prince of Wales School Maiden Castle Road , DT1 2HH | 3out of 4 | 2,177 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Damers First School Liscombe Street , Poundbury DT1 3DF | - not rated | 2,642 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England First School, Charminster West Hill , Charminster DT2 9RD | 3out of 4 | 3,456 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Thomas Hardye School Queen's Avenue , DT1 2ET | 4out of 4 | 1,993 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorset Studio School Kingston Maurward , DT2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Osmund's Church of England Middle School Barnes Way , DT1 2DZ | - not rated | 781 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorchester Middle School Queen's Avenue , DT1 2HS | 2out of 4 | 1,608 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Maurward College , Kingston Maurward DT2 8PY | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunninghill Preparatory School South Court , South Walks DT1 1EB | - not rated | 364 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorchester Learning Centre Monkton Park , Winterborne Monkton DT2 9PS | 3out of 4 | 2,938 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dorchester Bowls Club | Sandringham Sports Centre Armada Way | 297 yd | |
| Bean on the Green Cafe | 8 Fordington Green | 349 yd | |
| Bean on the Green Two | The Old Rectory Icen Way | 481 yd | |
| LA CAVERNA | 57 Icen Way | 744 yd | |
| Loving by Nature | 27 London Road | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bulls Head Inn | 92 High Street Fordington | 297 yd | |
| TRUMPET MAJOR | 40 Alington Avenue | 310 yd | |
| BAKERS ARMS | 140 Monmouth Road | 346 yd | |
| TOM BROWNS | 47 High East Street | 824 yd | |
| THE BLUE RADDLE | 8 Church Street | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Callaway Fish and Chips | 14 Fordington Green | 349 yd | |
| SAN TELMO | 2 High Street Fordington | 671 yd | |
| Balti Express | 12 High East Street | 798 yd | |
| BOMBAY NIGHTS | 10 High East Street | 798 yd | |
| Food To Go | 22 - 23 South Street | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAITROSE LTD | Waitrose, Tudor Arcade South Street | 849 yd | |
| Metro Supermarket | 1, South Terrace Mews, 10A Trinity Street | 866 yd | |
| ICELAND FROZEN FOODS | Iceland Foods Plc Trinity Street | 881 yd | |
| CO-OPERATIVE | 8, The Forum Centre Trinity Street | 963 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Bowls Club ARMADA WAY | indoor bowls | 184 yd |
| Sandringham Sports Centre LUCETTA LANE | grass pitches | 285 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic First School LUCETTA LANE | swimming pool | 331 yd |
| St Marys Catholic First School (Closed) Lucetta Lane | grass pitches | 331 yd |
| Sunninghill Preparatory School SOUTH COURT SOUTH COURT SOUTH WALKS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 491 yd |
| King'S Road Playing Field (Closed) Kings Road | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| St Osmunds Middle School BARNES WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 705 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| 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.