Heathlands Close is in Crossways, Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT2 8TS is located in the Crossways electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heathlands Close, Crossways, Dorchester, DT2 8TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT2 8TP, DT2 8TW, DT2 8TZ, DT2 8BW, DT2 8BN, DT2 8ZH, DT2 8ZJ, DT2 8ZG, DT2 8FH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT2 8TS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents 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 | 52% | 52% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 48% | 48% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 28.6% | 26.6% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 42.4% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 7.1% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 15.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 9% | 8.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 40.4% | 38.2% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 36% | 36.4% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 14.7% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 7.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 25.5% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 11.4% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 8.2% | -12.4% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.7% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 22.8% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 19.6% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.3% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 94.2% | 92.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.4% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heathlands Close was 47.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.0% higher than the Crossways average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heathlands Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Crossways and the 467th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.4%.
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 Heathlands Close, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2020-06-12 | £305,275 |
| 20 Heathlands Close, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2018-11-09 | £244,217 |
| 9 Heathlands Close, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2016-10-21 | £279,371 |
| 7 Heathlands Close, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-05-13 | £225,596 |
| 11 Heathlands Close, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2014-05-20 | £250,200 |
DT2 8TS 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 | 60 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frome Valley CofE VA First School School Drive , Crossways DT2 8WR | 3out of 4 | 533 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadmayne First School Knighton Lane , Broadmayne DT2 8PH | 3out of 4 | 3,922 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,503 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WARMWELL HOLIDAY PARK (PARKDEAN) | Warmwell Leisure Resort Warmwell Road | 1,003 yd | |
| HUSKIES, DORSET SNOW SPORT CENTRE | Warmwell Leisure Resort Warmwell Road | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPITFIRE CLUB | The Spitfire Club Mount Skippet Way | 73 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Street Eats | Warmwell Leisure Resort Warmwell Road | 1,003 yd | |
| Cafe on the Slopes | Warmwell Leisure Resort Warmwell Road | 1,003 yd | |
| Scoops | Warmwell Leisure Resort Warmwell Road | 1,003 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Frome Valley C Of E First School FROME VALLEY CE VA FIRST SCHOOL FROME VALLEY CE VA FIRST SCHOOL SCHOOL DRIVE | grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Crossways Playing Field EGDON GLEN | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Warmwell Holiday Park | health and fitness suite, ski slopes, swimming pool | 968 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 | 56.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.