Melway Lane is in Child Okeford, Blandford Forum and in North Dorset district. DT11 8EW 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 Melway Lane, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum, DT11 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT11 8EP, DT11 8ER, DT11 8EL, DT11 8EJ, DT11 8ET, DT11 8EN, DT11 8ES, DT11 8EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT11 8EW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% 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 | 48.9% | 54.6% | 5.7% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 51.1% | 45.4% | -5.7% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 | 20.8% | 26.6% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 50% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 12.8% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 5.5% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 44.3% | 41% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 36.1% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 17.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| 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 | 30.6% | 24.8% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.5% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 11.9% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 15.6% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 30.7% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 100% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 98.1% | 95.9% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.5% | 13.5% | 14.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Melway Lane was 43.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% lower than the Beacon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Melway Lane has the 30th highest crime rate of 112 local areas in Beacon and the 515th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Melway Lane, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2021-06-25 | £513,129 |
| 7 Melway Lane, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2021-06-17 | £483,638 |
| 2 Melway Lane, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £463,000 | 2021-06-07 | £546,158 |
| Bracken Melway Lane, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £369,500 | 2018-10-17 | £447,742 |
| 3 Melway Lane, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2015-05-01 | £366,241 |
DT11 8EW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% 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 8EW 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 8EW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 120 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shillingstone Church of England Primary School Augustan Avenue , Shillingstone DT11 0TX | 3out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Okeford Fitzpaine Church of England School The Cross , Okeford Fitzpaine DT11 0RF | 1out of 4 | 3,258 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durweston CofE VA Primary School Durweston , DT11 0QA | 2out of 4 | 4,909 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Forum School Shillingstone , DT11 0QS | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanford School Childe Okeford , DT11 8HN | - not rated | 1,808 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Clayesmore School Iwerne Minster , DT11 8LL | - not rated | 4,131 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayesmore Preparatory School , Iwerne Minster DT11 8PH | - not rated | 4,131 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knighton House School Durweston , DT11 0PY | - not rated | 5,352 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 Cross Stores | The Cross Stores The Cross | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baker Arms | Baker Arms The Cross | 530 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Ii Playing Field STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 112 yd |
| St Nicholas C Of E Primary School STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 221 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 111.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 380 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 380 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 135 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.