St Martins Close is in Broadmayne, Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT2 8DG is located in the Winterborne & Broadmayne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Martins Close, Broadmayne, Dorchester, DT2 8DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT2 8EJ, DT2 8EB, DT2 8EQ, DT2 8XB, DT2 8UJ, DT2 8UH, DT2 8EW, DT2 8EN, DT2 8EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT2 8DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51% | -2.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DT2 8DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 14.5% | 22.6% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 54.4% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 9.5% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 43.2% | 39.5% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 36.1% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 15.9% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 17.3% | -12.5% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 11.4% | 1.6% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 12.5% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.8% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 33.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.6% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 96.4% | 96.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 95.7% | 96.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Martins Close was 35.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.8% higher than the Crossways average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Martins Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Crossways and the 644th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 St Martins Close, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-05-06 | £334,800 |
| 2 St Martins Close, Dorchester, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-03-18 | £381,944 |
| 3 St Martins Close, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-02-06 | £278,282 |
| 22 St Martins Close, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-12-18 | £312,397 |
| 12 St Martins Close, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-11-03 | £276,706 |
DT2 8DG 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 retired residents living in DT2 8DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadmayne First School Knighton Lane , Broadmayne DT2 8PH | 3out of 4 | 900 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Park Church of England First School Mellstock Avenue , DT1 2BH | 3out of 4 | 4,558 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester Lucetta Lane , DT1 2DD | 3out of 4 | 4,881 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frome Valley CofE VA First School School Drive , Crossways DT2 8WR | 3out of 4 | 4,926 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Studio School Kingston Maurward , DT2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 5,018 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Osmund's Church of England Middle School Barnes Way , DT1 2DZ | - not rated | 4,714 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Maurward College , Kingston Maurward DT2 8PY | - not rated | 5,019 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunninghill Preparatory School South Court , South Walks DT1 1EB | - not rated | 5,394 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorchester Learning Centre Monkton Park , Winterborne Monkton DT2 9PS | 3out of 4 | 5,398 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK DOG | 50 Main Street | 411 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broadmayne Playing Field Cowleaze Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 202 yd |
| Broadmayne Village Hall BROADMAYNE VILLAGE HALL BROADMAYNE VILLAGE HALL COWLEAZE ROAD | 224 yd | |
| Broadmayne First School Knighton Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 931 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 | 62.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.