The Cross is in Okeford Fitzpaine, Blandford Forum and in North Dorset district. DT11 0RF is located in the Blackmore Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Cross, Okeford Fitzpaine, Blandford Forum, DT11 0RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT11 0RG, DT11 0FF, DT11 0RE, DT11 0RN, DT11 0RQ, DT11 0RJ, DT11 0RD, DT11 0SD, DT11 0LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT11 0RF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.1% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.9% | 0.8% | 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 | 22.8% | 33.5% | 10.7% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 48% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 5.5% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 7.9% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 51.2% | 40.9% | -10.3% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 38.8% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 16.2% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 19.4% | 15.9% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 8.7% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 17.1% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 19% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.8% | 31% | -2.8% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 97.2% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 95.9% | 95.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 94.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Cross was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.2% lower than the Blackmore Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Cross has the 9th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Blackmore Vale and the 619th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Okeford Fitzpaine C Of E Primary School The Cross, Blandford Forum, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £344,000 | 2025-06-13 | £358,957 |
| Stockfold The Cross, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2021-11-12 | £618,078 |
| Okeford Cottage, 52 The Cross, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-06-18 | £495,435 |
| Corner Cottage The Cross, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2019-03-18 | £326,624 |
| Stockfold The Cross, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2018-05-03 | £582,353 |
DT11 0RF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
DT11 0RF 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okeford Fitzpaine Church of England School The Cross , Okeford Fitzpaine DT11 0RF | 1out of 4 | 140 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shillingstone Church of England Primary School Augustan Avenue , Shillingstone DT11 0TX | 3out of 4 | 2,747 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Child Okeford Station Road , Child Okeford DT11 8EL | 3out of 4 | 3,262 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Barnes Primary School Bridge Street , DT10 1BZ | 3out of 4 | 3,884 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sturminster Newton High School Bath Road , DT10 1DT | 3out of 4 | 4,838 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Forum School Shillingstone , DT11 0QS | - not rated | 1,878 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanford School Childe Okeford , DT11 8HN | - not rated | 4,298 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Yewstock School Honeymead Lane , DT10 1EW | 4out of 4 | 4,606 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Inn | Royal Oak Inn Lower Street | 167 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Okeford Fitzpaine Village Hall Greenhayes | 159 yd | |
| Okeford Fitzpaine Recreation Field CASTLE COTTAGE CASTLE COTTAGE CASTLE LANE | grass pitches | 630 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 | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 8.3% |
| 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 | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.