Homefield is in Child Okeford, Blandford Forum and in North Dorset district. DT11 8EN is located in the Hill Forts & Upper Tarrants electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Homefield, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum, DT11 8EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT11 8EL, DT11 8ES, DT11 8EA, DT11 8EH, DT11 8DS, DT11 8EJ, DT11 8FH, DT11 8EB, DT11 8EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT11 8EN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50% | 49% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 DT11 8EN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.8% 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 | 10.9% | 15.1% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -22.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.9% | 66.8% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 22.6% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 4.7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 14.5% | 12.1% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 | 42.5% | 48.2% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 33.2% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 12.6% | -5.5% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 5.1% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 16.7% | 13% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 7.8% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 16.5% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 15.2% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 40.3% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 6.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.2% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.9% | 94.1% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 94.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.8% | 37.2% | -10.4% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Homefield was 31.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.4% lower than the Beacon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Homefield has the 46th highest crime rate of 112 local areas in Beacon and the 571st lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Homefield, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2025-01-17 | £442,056 |
| 29 Homefield, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2024-06-28 | £486,114 |
| 8 Homefield, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2023-11-13 | £420,425 |
| 21 Homefield, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2023-11-01 | £495,501 |
| 5 Homefield, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £466,000 | 2021-06-14 | £537,692 |
DT11 8EN 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 DT11 8EN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Child Okeford Station Road , Child Okeford DT11 8EL | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shillingstone Church of England Primary School Augustan Avenue , Shillingstone DT11 0TX | 3out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Okeford Fitzpaine Church of England School The Cross , Okeford Fitzpaine DT11 0RF | 1out of 4 | 3,304 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durweston CofE VA Primary School Durweston , DT11 0QA | 2out of 4 | 5,168 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Barnes Primary School Bridge Street , DT10 1BZ | 3out of 4 | 5,397 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 | 1,661 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanford School Childe Okeford , DT11 8HN | - not rated | 2,054 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Clayesmore School Iwerne Minster , DT11 8LL | - not rated | 4,048 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayesmore Preparatory School , Iwerne Minster DT11 8PH | - not rated | 4,048 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewstock School Honeymead Lane , DT10 1EW | 4out of 4 | 5,361 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cross Stores | The Cross Stores The Cross | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baker Arms | Baker Arms The Cross | 317 yd | |
| The Saxon Inn | Saxon Inn Gold Hill | 961 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas C Of E Primary School STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 249 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Ii Playing Field STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 250 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.34 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.34 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.