Butt Close is in Puddletown, Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT2 8SS is located in the Puddletown & Lower Winterborne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Butt Close, Puddletown, Dorchester, DT2 8SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT2 8ST, DT2 8SZ, DT2 8UZ, DT2 8XE, DT2 8SF, DT2 8SG, DT2 8SN, DT2 8SX, DT2 8SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT2 8SS has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.4% 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 | 54.7% | 56.4% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 5.4% |
| Male | 45.3% | 43.6% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -5.4% |
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 | 26.1% | 27.2% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 50.6% | 5.1% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 11.9% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 8.8% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 38.6% | 38.9% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 36.7% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 16.5% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 7% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.3% | 27.1% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.9% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 15.6% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.3% | 21.8% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.4% | -3.4% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.1% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 96.2% | 96.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.6% | 76.7% | -11.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 32.5% | 13.5% | 19.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Butt Close was 9.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.7% lower than the Chalk Valleys average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Butt Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Chalk Valleys and the 88th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1B Butt Close, Dorchester, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £413,000 | 2025-08-19 | £416,365 |
| 1A Butt Close, Dorchester, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £427,000 | 2021-06-25 | £492,692 |
| 1B Butt Close, Dorchester, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2016-09-30 | £490,423 |
| 1A Butt Close, Dorchester, Dorset Detached, a newly built property | £412,500 | 2016-03-24 | £557,128 |
DT2 8SS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puddletown Church of England First School Dorchester Road , Puddletown DT2 8FZ | 3out of 4 | 174 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Middle School, Puddletown Puddletown , DT2 8SA | 2out of 4 | 378 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employ My Ability (EMA) Ltd The Walled Garden , Moreton DT2 8RH | - not rated | 3,439 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Vinny | 12 The Moor | 701 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys C Of E Middle School COOMBE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 457 yd |
| Puddletown Recreation Ground Three Lanes Way | grass pitches | 839 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 | 49.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.