Rectory Gardens is in Cattistock, Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT2 0FD is located in the Eggardon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 2009-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Gardens, Cattistock, Dorchester, DT2 0FD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT2 0JQ, DT2 0JG, DT2 0JL, DT2 0JF, DT2 0JD, DT2 0JH, DT2 0HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT2 0FD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.8% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.2% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 DT2 0FD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.6% 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 | 23.7% | 23.9% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 56.6% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 12.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 10.6% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.3% | 50.6% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 31.7% | 4.8% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 11.8% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.7% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 20.9% | 15.6% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9.4% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 8.9% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 19.2% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 39.3% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 5.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.8% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 93% | 94.1% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 93.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.3% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Gardens was 23.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.3% lower than the Chalk Valleys average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rectory Gardens has the 18th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Chalk Valleys and the 390th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Rectory Gardens, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,000 | 2025-03-27 | £351,318 |
| 6 Rectory Gardens, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2025-01-24 | £138,247 |
| 6 Rectory Gardens, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2022-04-14 | £113,696 |
| 2 Rectory Gardens, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-04-19 | £367,500 |
| 8 Rectory Gardens, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2019-11-11 | £115,775 |
DT2 0FD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% 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.
DT2 0FD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 DT2 0FD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maiden Newton, Greenford Church of England Primary School Chilfrome Lane , Maiden Newton DT2 0AX | 3out of 4 | 1,864 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy's Corner Tea Room at Cattistock | Cattistock Post Office And Stores West End | 286 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOX AND HOUNDS | Fox And Hounds Inn Duck Street | 217 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cattistock Cricket Club | grass pitches | 150 yd |
| Kennel Ground Kennel Lane | grass pitches | 234 yd |
| Cattistock Lawn Tennis Club THE LODGE COTTAGE THE LODGE COTTAGE | tennis courts | 308 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.31 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.