Overview of DT2 8XX

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Newcombe Lane is in Stinsford, Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT2 8XX is located in the Charminster St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.

StreetScan combines information about Newcombe Lane, Stinsford, Dorchester, DT2 8XX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: DT2 8PT, DT2 8XW.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT2 8XX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female49.7%50.5%0.8% 51.0% -0.5%
Male50.3%49.5%-0.8% 49.0% 0.5%

Partnership Status

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 8XX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single30.5%28.5%-2.0% 37.9% -9.4%
Married: Opposite sex59.2%55.6%-3.6% 44.2% 11.4%
Married: Same sex0%1.4%1.4% 0.3% 1.1%
Separated1.4%1.4%0.0% 2.2% -0.8%
Divorced6.2%8.1%1.9% 9.1% -1.0%
Widowed2.7%4.9%2.2% 6.1% -1.2%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health44.3%44.9%0.6% 48.4% -3.5%
Good health37.7%37.6%-0.1% 33.6% 4.0%
Fair health13.8%13.7%-0.1% 12.7% 1.0%
Bad health2.1%3.2%1.1% 4.0% -0.8%
Very bad health2.1%0.6%-1.5% 1.2% -0.6%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications16.1%16.5%0.4% 18.2% -1.7%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 10.6%7%-3.6% 9.6% -2.6%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels15.4%12%-3.4% 13.4% -1.4%
Apprenticeship2.1%2.5%0.4% 5.3% -2.8%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels15.8%20.1%4.3% 16.9% 3.2%
Degree or Similar37.3%39.4%2.1% 33.8% 5.6%
Other2.7%2.5%-0.2% 2.8% -0.3%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0%0.3%0.3% 0.7% -0.4%
Mixed White and Asian0.3%1.3%1.0% 0.8% 0.5%
Mixed Other0.6%0%-0.6% 0.8% -0.8%
White98.5%95.5%-3.0% 81.4% 14.1%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller0%2.5%2.5% 0.1% 2.4%
Arab0%0.3%0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Other0.6%0%-0.6% 1.6% -1.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 94.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom94.3%94.3%0.0% 83.2% 11.1%
European Union1.5%1%-0.5% 6.1% -5.1%
Rest of Europe0.6%0%-0.6% 0.8% -0.8%
Africa2.1%1.6%-0.5% 2.7% -1.1%
Middle East and Asia1.2%1.3%0.1% 5.6% -4.3%
The Americas and the Caribbean0.3%1%0.7% 1.3% -0.3%
Oceania0%1%1.0% 0.3% 0.7%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK94%94.3%0.3% 83.2% 11.1%
10+ Years0.6%4.1%3.5% 9.8% -5.7%
5-10 Years0%1.3%1.3% 2.9% -1.6%
2-5 Years2.4%0%-2.4% 2.2% -2.2%
Less than 2 years3%0.3%-2.7% 1.9% -1.6%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom81.5% 76.7% 4.8%
Germany0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Spain0.3% 0.4% -0.1%
Other EU countries0.3% 1.5% -1.2%
North America and the Caribbean0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
No passport held17.3% 13.5% 3.8%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion38.5% 37.2% 1.3%
Christian52.5% 46.2% 6.3%
Other religion1.6% 0.6% 1.0%
Not answered7.3% 6.0% 1.3%

Safety

Is Newcombe Lane Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newcombe Lane was 106.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 266.9% higher than the Chalk Valleys average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Newcombe Lane has the highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Chalk Valleys and the 164th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.9%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£51,500
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in DT2 8XX, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Newcombe Lane are based on 14 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for West Dorset.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Newcombe Lane, Stinsford, Dorchester, DT2 8XX

Estimated Average Property Prices for DT2 8XX

Average Price
£974,260
Semi-Detached
£725,741
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£1,305,619
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Newcombe Lane

Average Price
£961,231
Semi-Detached
£810,923
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£1,337,002
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Newcombe LaneStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
Greenwood House, 5 Newcombe Lane, Dorchester, Dorset
Detached, an established residential building
£1,280,0002021-12-08 £1,371,429
3 Newcombe Lane, Dorchester, Dorset
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£620,0002021-01-06 £734,761
1 Newcombe Lane, Dorchester, Dorset
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£573,0002016-12-12 £789,329
Greenwood House, 5 Newcombe Lane, Dorchester, Dorset
Detached, an established residential building
£995,7002016-06-23 £1,346,643
2 Newcombe Lane, Dorchester, Dorset
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£375,0002014-11-12 £558,931
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for DT2 8XX

Employment

DT2 8XX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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 8XX 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.

Economic Activity

Retired85
Full-Time Employee67
Self-Employed57
Part-Time Employee31
Student (economically inactive)16
Looking after home or family14
Full-Time Student (with or without job)6
Unemployed5
Other4
Long-Term Sick or disabled3

Employment Industry

Education31
Human health and social work activities29
Agriculture, forestry and fishing21
Accommodation and food service activities20
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security14
Professional, scientific and technical activities12
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles11
Construction8
Manufacturing8
Other6
Administrative and support service activities6
Real estate activities4
Transport and storage3
Information and communication2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester
Lucetta Lane , DT1 2DD
3out of 4 1,822 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Manor Park Church of England First School
Mellstock Avenue , DT1 2BH
3out of 4 2,322 yd Voluntary controlled school Yes Mixed More About School
The Prince of Wales School
Maiden Castle Road , DT1 2HH
3out of 4 3,669 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Damers First School
Liscombe Street , Poundbury DT1 3DF
- not rated 3,801 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
St Mary's Church of England First School, Charminster
West Hill , Charminster DT2 9RD
3out of 4 3,839 yd Voluntary controlled school No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Dorset Studio School
Kingston Maurward , DT2 8PX
3out of 4 625 yd Studio schools No Mixed More About School
The Thomas Hardye School
Queen's Avenue , DT1 2ET
4out of 4 3,417 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Middle deemed secondary

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 2,228 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Dorchester Middle School
Queen's Avenue , DT1 2HS
2out of 4 3,062 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Kingston Maurward College
, Kingston Maurward DT2 8PY
- not rated 650 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Sunninghill Preparatory School
South Court , South Walks DT1 1EB
- not rated 1,747 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Dorchester Learning Centre
Monkton Park , Winterborne Monkton DT2 9PS
3out of 4 4,450 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Cellar BarKingston Maurward Agricultural College545 yd
Play BarnKingston Maurward Agricultural College545 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Kingston Maurward College
grass pitches, health and fitness suite510 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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 100.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 100.0%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 100.0%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.