West Street is in Broadwindsor, Beaminster and in West Dorset district. DT8 3QQ is located in the Marshwood Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Street, Broadwindsor, Beaminster, DT8 3QQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT8 3QG, DT8 3QD, DT8 3QJ, DT8 3QL, DT8 3SY, DT8 3QH, DT8 3QE, DT8 3QF, DT8 3QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT8 3QQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47% | 48.5% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 DT8 3QQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 15.3% | 17.7% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -20.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 62.3% | 5.9% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 11.9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 16.4% | 6.9% | -9.5% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 32.1% | 40% | 7.9% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 41.7% | 39.7% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 16.6% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 6% | 3.7% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 24.4% | 19.2% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 10% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.3% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 16.5% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 34.6% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| White | 99.7% | 100% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 98.7% | 94.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| 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 | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 95.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Street was 22.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.4% lower than the Beaminster average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Street has the 12th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Beaminster and the 368th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New House West Street, Beaminster, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2025-03-19 | £825,000 |
| West View West Street, Beaminster, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £459,000 | 2022-11-16 | £445,937 |
| The Mount West Street, Beaminster, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-09-22 | £436,765 |
| The Tythe Barn West Street, Beaminster, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £737,500 | 2022-03-08 | £726,899 |
| The Tythe Barn West Street, Beaminster, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £737,500 | 2022-03-08 | £762,931 |
DT8 3QQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 DT8 3QQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 140 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Drimpton Road , Broadwindsor DT8 3QL | 3out of 4 | 142 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Fairoak Way , Mosterton DT8 3JQ | 3out of 4 | 3,290 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaminster St Mary's Academy Clay Lane , DT8 3BY | 2out of 4 | 4,328 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaminster School Newtown , DT8 3EP | 3out of 4 | 4,796 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountjoy School Tunnel Road , DT8 3HB | 3out of 4 | 4,111 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wobbly Cottage | Unit 4, Redlands Yard Redlands Lane | 365 yd | |
| The Stableyard Restaurant | Redlands Yard Redlands Lane | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Lion | White Lion Inn The Square | 102 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion Inn The Square | 102 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broadwindsor C Of E Primary School DRIMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 160 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 | 21.1% |
| 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 | 78.9% |
| Median download speed | 22.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.