Cornwall Road is in Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT1 1RT is located in the Dorchester West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cornwall Road, Dorchester, DT1 1RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT1 1SB, DT1 1RQ, DT1 1RU, DT1 1UD, DT1 1RZ, DT1 1SE, DT1 1AG, DT1 1SF, DT1 1SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT1 1RT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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% | 52.3% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 47.7% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 42.7% | 32% | -10.7% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 38.2% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 9.3% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 16.2% | 11.1% | 6.1% | 10.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.6% | 31.6% | -15.0% | 48.4% | -16.8% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 36.9% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 19.2% | 7.1% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 8.9% | 5.6% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 | 16.9% | 14.8% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 9.5% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.6% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 13.4% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 40.8% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 7.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.4% | 94.9% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 94.4% | 90.9% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 90.9% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6.6% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cornwall Road was 130.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.4% higher than the Dorchester East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cornwall Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Dorchester East and the 120th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% 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 Cornwall Road, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2023-09-27 | £618,219 |
| Flat 2 8 Cornwall Road, Dorchester, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-11-26 | £172,881 |
| 2 Cornwall Road, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-03-24 | £773,014 |
| 13 Cornwall Road, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2020-12-04 | £708,197 |
| 12 Cornwall Road, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2020-09-10 | £746,667 |
DT1 1RT 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 DT1 1RT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 175 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,193 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Prince of Wales School Maiden Castle Road , DT1 2HH | 3out of 4 | 1,320 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Park Church of England First School Mellstock Avenue , DT1 2BH | 3out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Damers First School Liscombe Street , Poundbury DT1 3DF | - not rated | 1,469 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 | 2,663 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 | 964 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorset Studio School Kingston Maurward , DT2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 3,060 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Middle School Queen's Avenue , DT1 2HS | 2out of 4 | 690 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Osmund's Church of England Middle School Barnes Way , DT1 2DZ | - not rated | 1,294 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 | 3,087 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 | 822 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorchester Learning Centre Monkton Park , Winterborne Monkton DT2 9PS | 3out of 4 | 2,529 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiosk On The Green | Kiosk, Borough Gardens Cornwall Road | 111 yd | |
| THE KING AND THAI | 35 Great Western Road | 224 yd | |
| FINCA | 41 Great Western Road | 224 yd | |
| MARKET CAFE | Dorchester Market Cafe Maumbury Road | 251 yd | |
| Dorchester Market Cafe | Dorchester Market Cafe Maumbury Road | 251 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JUNCTION HOTEL | 42 Great Western Road | 224 yd | |
| Hardys | 11 Trinity Street | 321 yd | |
| CELESTIAL | Masonic Hall Alington Street | 340 yd | |
| BREWHOUSE AND KITCHEN - DORCHESTER | 27 Weymouth Avenue | 363 yd | |
| Dorchester Trinity Club Ltd | 38 Trinity Street | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASE AND BREWER | 1 Victoria Road | 55 yd | |
| DOMINO'S PIZZA | Dominos Pizza, Great Western Industrial Estate | 157 yd | |
| Subway | 33A South Street | 332 yd | |
| Mega Pizza | 35 High West Street | 335 yd | |
| Hamza's | 1 Alington Street | 340 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICELAND FROZEN FOODS | Iceland Foods Plc Trinity Street | 321 yd | |
| Metro Supermarket | 1, South Terrace Mews, 10A Trinity Street | 324 yd | |
| CO-OPERATIVE | 8, The Forum Centre Trinity Street | 373 yd | |
| WAITROSE LTD | Waitrose, Tudor Arcade South Street | 514 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Unit A, St Martins Place Bridport Road | 528 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Borough Gardens Cornwall Road | tennis courts | 74 yd |
| Dorchester Health Club (Closed) The Old Rectory The Old Rectory Somerleigh Road | health and fitness suite | 256 yd |
| Physiques & Shapes Health Club THE GROVE | health and fitness suite | 496 yd |
| Dorchester Middle School COBURG ROAD | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Sunninghill Preparatory School SOUTH COURT SOUTH COURT SOUTH WALKS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 708 yd |
| Weymouth Avenue Recreation Ground WEYMOUTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,021 yd |
| The Thomas Hardye School QUEENS AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,036 yd |
| Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre (Closed) Coburg Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,038 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic First School LUCETTA LANE | swimming pool | 1,072 yd |
| St Marys Catholic First School (Closed) Lucetta Lane | grass pitches | 1,072 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% |
| Median download speed | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.