Holland Way is in Blandford Forum and in North Dorset district. DT11 7BJ is located in the Blandford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holland Way, Blandford Forum, DT11 7BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT11 7RP, DT11 7UG, DT11 7RS, DT11 7UZ, DT11 7UU, DT11 7XA, DT11 7UJ, DT11 7UW, DT11 7RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DT11 7BJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.6% | 48.5% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 53.4% | 51.5% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DT11 7BJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.2% | 44.4% | 1.2% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.2% | 37.1% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 11.2% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 2% | 3.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 54.8% | 43.5% | -11.3% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 34.2% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 16.9% | 7.4% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.6% | 19.2% | 4.6% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24.6% | 15.8% | -8.8% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.6% | 23.7% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 10.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 18.6% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 16.4% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.7% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.1% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 93.2% | 94.9% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 5.8% | 3% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 94.9% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.4% | 76.7% | -11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.1% | 13.5% | 18.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 36.1% | 46.2% | -10.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holland Way was 182.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 204.5% higher than the Blandford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holland Way has the 2nd highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Blandford and the 59th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 15 Holland Business Park Holland Way, Blandford Forum, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2018-02-15 | £547,465 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milldown CofE Academy Milldown Road , DT11 7SN | 2out of 4 | 640 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Wake Church of England Primary School Black Lane , DT11 8SW | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School Birch Avenue , Blandford St Mary DT11 9QD | 3out of 4 | 2,322 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pimperne Church of England VC Primary School Newfield Road , Pimperne DT11 8WF | 3out of 4 | 2,943 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durweston CofE VA Primary School Durweston , DT11 0QA | 2out of 4 | 3,413 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blandford School Milldown Road , DT11 7SQ | 2out of 4 | 1,028 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Forum Centre The Forum Centre , Park Road DT11 7BX | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bryanston School Bryanston , DT11 0PX | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knighton House School Durweston , DT11 0PY | - not rated | 3,224 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Grainstore Emporium | Grainstore Shaftesbury Lane | 187 yd | |
| Crazy Monsters | Unit 8 Sunrise Business Park | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J P Squash & Fitness Club | Jp Squash And Fitness Club Blandford Heights Industrial Estate | 269 yd | |
| Blandford Bowling Club | Blandford Leisure Centre Milldown Road | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pantry at the Grainstore | Cw 1, Grainstore Shaftesbury Lane | 146 yd | |
| The Forum Frier | The Forum Frier Salisbury Road | 922 yd | |
| Blandford Community Fridge | Blandford Youth And Community Centre Milldown Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Uk Gmbh | 1 Wend-al Road | 668 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative Ltd | Unit 2, Salisbury Road Retail Park Salisbury Road | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Jp Squash And Fitness Club BLANDFORD HEIGHTS | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 128 yd |
| Larksmead Playing Field Larksmead | grass pitches | 640 yd |
| Park Road Recreation Ground Park Road | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Milldown Ce Middle School (Closed) Milldown Road | grass pitches | 1,033 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.