Higher Street is in Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum and in North Dorset district. DT11 8LY is located in the Beacon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Higher Street, Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum, DT11 8LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT11 8LX, DT11 8LZ, DT11 8PJ, DT11 8LT, DT11 8LN, DT11 8LS, DT11 8LP, DT11 8LB, DT11 8LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT11 8LY is primarily male, with 54% of the population 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 | 45.1% | 46% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -5.0% |
| Male | 54.9% | 54% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 5.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DT11 8LY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.1% 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 | 54.5% | 48.1% | -6.4% | 37.9% | 10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 41.3% | 5.8% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 4.3% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4.3% | -0.7% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.3%) 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 | 63.1% | 57.2% | -5.9% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 34.1% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 5.3% | 7.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 12.4% | 10.2% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 4.7% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 33.9% | 37% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 23.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 9.4% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 32.3% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95.6% | 89.5% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 83% 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 | 85.8% | 83% | -2.8% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 6.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 4.4% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85% | 83% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 4.9% | 5.4% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 4.6% | -0.7% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Higher Street was 2.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.2% lower than the Beacon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Higher Street has the lowest crime rate of 112 local areas in Beacon and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Higher Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2014-10-31 | £472,590 |
DT11 8LY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 student residents living in DT11 8LY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 93 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School West Street , Fontmell Magna SP7 0PF | 1out of 4 | 2,458 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,401 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayesmore School Iwerne Minster , DT11 8LL | - not rated | 289 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayesmore Preparatory School , Iwerne Minster DT11 8PH | - not rated | 289 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanford School Childe Okeford , DT11 8HN | - not rated | 4,416 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Talbot | The Talbot Blandford Road | 245 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Iwerne Minster Cricket Club Watery Lane | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Clayesmore Sports Centre Clayesmore Sports Centre Clayesmore Sports Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 409 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.