DT2 9DA is in Swyre, Dorchester and West Dorset district. DT2 9DA is located in the Chesil Bank electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swyre, Dorchester, DT2 9DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT2 9DA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 45.5% | 52.3% | 6.8% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 54.5% | 47.7% | -6.8% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 9DA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.8% 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 | 18% | 16.8% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -21.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.5% | 57.8% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 13.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 10.6% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 11.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 40.7% | 35.8% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -12.6% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 44.5% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 10.9% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 13.9% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5.2% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 15.6% | 11% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 10.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 11.6% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.1% | 41.5% | -1.6% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3.7% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 93.7% | 91.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 91.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around DT2 9DA was 80.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.0% higher than the Bridport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
DT2 9DA has the 12th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Bridport and the 226th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.3 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 similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-03-01 | £447,707 |
| 26, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2021-04-06 | £464,351 |
| Selandia, Dorchester, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2020-10-19 | £541,312 |
| 25, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2014-07-18 | £340,365 |
| 26, Dorchester, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2014-05-01 | £280,389 |
DT2 9DA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 9DA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DT2 9DA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Full-Time Employee | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney Litton Cheney , DT2 9AU | 3out of 4 | 3,412 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School Church Street , Burton Bradstock DT6 4QS | 3out of 4 | 4,352 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Tree | The Bull Inn Bull Lane | 68 yd | |
| THE EGG CUP | Vurlands Farm Coast Road | 582 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BULL INN | The Bull Inn Bull Lane | 68 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | Crown Inn Church Street | 1,023 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.