East Down Mews is in Poundbury, Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT1 3FF is located in the Dorchester Poundbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 2018-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about East Down Mews, Poundbury, Dorchester, DT1 3FF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT1 3DS, DT1 3EA, DT1 3FG, DT1 3ES, DT1 3EB, DT1 3DT, DT1 3EE, DT1 3DY, DT1 3ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT1 3FF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 47.5% | 52.4% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 52.5% | 47.6% | -4.9% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 DT1 3FF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.6% 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 | 24.5% | 15.9% | -8.6% | 37.9% | -22.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 67.6% | 8.5% | 44.2% | 23.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 9.7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 (90.5%) 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 | 55.8% | 46.7% | -9.1% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 43.8% | 13.6% | 33.6% | 10.2% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 7.1% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around DT1 3FF this area, 2.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.6% | 2.7% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 11% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 16.4% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15.8% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 45% | 47.9% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 14.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.5% | 91% | -7.5% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 86.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.8% | 86.3% | -9.5% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.8% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 5.4% | 5.0% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -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 | 95.8% | 86.3% | -9.5% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Down Mews was 127.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.0% higher than the Dorchester East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East Down Mews has the 14th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Dorchester East and the 122nd highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 2 East Down Mews, Dorchester, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-02-05 | £221,871 |
| 1 East Down Mews, Dorchester, Dorset Detached, a newly built property | £540,000 | 2018-12-20 | £661,634 |
| Flat 2 2 East Down Mews, Dorchester, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2018-09-28 | £211,111 |
| Flat 1 2 East Down Mews, Dorchester, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2018-09-11 | £211,111 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DT1 3FF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damers First School Liscombe Street , Poundbury DT1 3DF | - not rated | 190 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Prince of Wales School Maiden Castle Road , DT1 2HH | 3out of 4 | 1,637 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England First School, Charminster West Hill , Charminster DT2 9RD | 3out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester Lucetta Lane , DT1 2DD | 3out of 4 | 2,664 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Park Church of England First School Mellstock Avenue , DT1 2BH | 3out of 4 | 2,851 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | 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 | 1,227 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorset Studio School Kingston Maurward , DT2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 4,348 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 | 1,471 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Osmund's Church of England Middle School Barnes Way , DT1 2DZ | - not rated | 2,708 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 | 4,375 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 | 2,270 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorchester Learning Centre Monkton Park , Winterborne Monkton DT2 9PS | 3out of 4 | 3,026 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Street Coffee Lounge | 29 Crown Street West | 310 yd | |
| PiPs Cafe | Pavilion In The Park St John Way | 353 yd | |
| Fables and Food | 7 Dinham Walk | 669 yd | |
| 100 Giggles | 175 Bridport Road | 702 yd | |
| BONJOUR CAFE | 4 Babeny Walk | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duchess Of Cornwall Inn | 12 Queen Mother Square | 507 yd | |
| DORCHESTER RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB | Dorchester Rugby Football Club Headquarters Coburg Road | 950 yd | |
| The Sydney Arms | 11 Bridport Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd. | Unit 3, Kings Point House, 5 Queen Mother Square | 590 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Unit A, St Martins Place Bridport Road | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Field (Closed) Peverell Avenue East | grass pitches | 367 yd |
| 1610 Dorchester Sports Centre COBURG ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,005 yd |
| Dorchester Rfc COBURG ROAD | grass pitches | 1,060 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.