High Street is in Tarrant Monkton, Blandford Forum and in North Dorset district. DT11 8RY is located in the Cranborne Chase electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Tarrant Monkton, Blandford Forum, DT11 8RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT11 8RY is primarily male, with 82.4% 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 | 54.5% | 17.6% | -36.9% | 51.0% | -33.4% |
| Male | 45.5% | 82.4% | 36.9% | 49.0% | 33.4% |
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 8RY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 76.3% 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 | 26.2% | 76.3% | 50.1% | 37.9% | 38.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 19.6% | -39.3% | 44.2% | -24.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 2.2% | -7.1% | 9.1% | -6.9% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 0.8% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
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 (96.9%) 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 | 50.4% | 69.8% | 19.4% | 48.4% | 21.4% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 27.1% | -11.1% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 2.6% | -7.2% | 12.7% | -10.1% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -3.5% |
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.
In the area around DT11 8RY this area, 4.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.3% | 4.2% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 8.9% | 3.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 20.7% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 16.8% | 15.9% | 5.3% | 11.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 25.7% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 8.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.9% | 21.6% | -22.3% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -3.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 20.1% | 20.1% | 1.6% | 18.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 74.3% | -25.7% | 81.4% | -7.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 71.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 71.8% | -24.1% | 83.2% | -11.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 21.2% | 19.6% | 5.6% | 15.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 71.8% | -23.3% | 83.2% | -11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 9.8% | 9.0% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 15% | 11.7% | 1.9% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.1% | 0.2% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 15.3% | 1.2% | 14.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 29.4% | 46.2% | -16.8% |
| Buddhist | 7.1% | 0.5% | 6.6% |
| Hindu | 9.1% | 1.7% | 7.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 13.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.9% lower than the Beacon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 19th lowest crime rate of 112 local areas in Beacon and the 172nd lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyndbrook Cottage High Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2022-10-31 | £683,953 |
| Rosemary Cottage High Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2019-03-29 | £840,335 |
| Barnside High Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2018-06-18 | £607,895 |
| St Anns Well High Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2015-01-27 | £606,855 |
| Wyndbrook Cottage High Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2011-09-08 | £832,909 |
DT11 8RY 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 student residents living in DT11 8RY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 402 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 57 |
| Other | 54 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downlands Community School Blandford Camp , DT11 8BG | 3out of 4 | 2,951 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pimperne Church of England VC Primary School Newfield Road , Pimperne DT11 8WF | 3out of 4 | 4,704 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witchampton Church of England First School Witchampton , BH21 5AP | 4out of 4 | 5,294 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langton Arms | Langton Arms | 259 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 | 90.0% |
| 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 | 10.0% |
| Median download speed | 37.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 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.