Acreman Street is in Cerne Abbas, Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT2 7JX is located in the Chalk Valleys electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Acreman Street, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester, DT2 7JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT2 7JE, DT2 7JY, DT2 7JZ, DT2 7GT, DT2 7GU, DT2 7JU, DT2 7JR, DT2 7LF, DT2 7LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT2 7JX has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% of the population 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 | 55.1% | 56.6% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 44.9% | 43.4% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 | 22% | 28% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 37.5% | -16.6% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9% | 14.5% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 12.9% | 17.4% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.2% | 38% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 29.7% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 18.7% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 8.9% | 6.2% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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 | 26.3% | 20% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 10.5% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 11.8% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 9.2% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 14.8% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 28.5% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 5.9% | 5.2% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 97.3% | 92% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.9% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 92.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.4% | 76.7% | -10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 2.9% | 0.4% | 2.5% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.5% | 37.2% | -7.7% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 13.6% | 6.0% | 7.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Acreman Street was 13.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.7% lower than the Chalk Valleys average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Acreman Street has the 9th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Chalk Valleys and the 170th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Acreman Street, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-10-14 | £380,000 |
| 15 Acreman Street, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-09-06 | £223,653 |
| 12 Acreman Street, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2024-06-18 | £326,579 |
| 3 Acreman Street, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-07-31 | £211,505 |
| 4 Acreman Street, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2023-03-10 | £322,113 |
DT2 7JX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 7JX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 7JX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 126 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 23 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerne Abbas CofE VC First School Duck Street , Cerne Abbas DT2 7LA | 4out of 4 | 289 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Piddle Valley Church of England First School Piddletrenthide , DT2 7QL | 4out of 4 | 5,401 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBOTS | 7 Long Street | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CERNE ABBAS CRICKET CLUBHOUSE | The Caravan Rear Of Grain Store Dorchester Road | 303 yd | |
| NEW INN | 14 Long Street | 361 yd | |
| The Giant Inn | 24 Long Street | 361 yd | |
| ROYAL OAK | 23 Long Street | 525 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cerne Abbas Village Hall KETTLE BRIDGE LANE | 296 yd | |
| Simsay Oval 6 SIMSAY FIELDS 6 SIMSAY FIELDS ALTON LANE | grass pitches | 813 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 | 65.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 65.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 65.7% |
| 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.