Springfield is in Puncknowle, Dorchester and in West Dorset district. DT2 9TF is located in the Chesil Bank electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Springfield, Puncknowle, Dorchester, DT2 9TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT2 9BH, DT2 9BB, DT2 9BJ, DT2 9EH, DT2 9BD, DT2 9BQ, DT2 9BG, DT2 9BL, DT2 9BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DT2 9TF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 47.2% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 53.1% | 52.8% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 | 20.8% | 31.3% | 10.5% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 48.1% | -13.4% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 45.1% | 44.4% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 36.9% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 15.5% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 12.8% | 11.3% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 11.7% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 16% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.2% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 19.2% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.5% | 35.7% | -2.8% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 5.8% | 0.9% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.2% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 94.6% | 96% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 96% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Springfield was 16.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Bridport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Springfield has the 15th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Bridport and the 240th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Springfield, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2025-06-12 | £269,132 |
| Hollyhocks, 15 Springfield, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-10-06 | £300,667 |
| 11 Springfield, Dorchester, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £266,500 | 2022-08-25 | £269,679 |
| 25 Springfield, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2021-01-08 | £243,512 |
| 2 Springfield, Dorchester, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2020-11-06 | £260,071 |
DT2 9TF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 9TF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DT2 9TF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,268 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 | 5,337 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | Crown Inn Church Street | 334 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 | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.