Newland Garden is in Sherborne and in West Dorset district. DT9 3AF is located in the Sherborne East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newland Garden, Sherborne, DT9 3AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT9 3AG, DT9 3AQ, DT9 3JH, DT9 3AE, DT9 3JN, DT9 3DW, DT9 3JJ, DT9 3AH, DT9 3JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT9 3AF has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58% of the population 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 | 58.5% | 58% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 7.0% |
| Male | 41.5% | 42% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -7.0% |
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 | 20.5% | 23.1% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.5% | 40.7% | 1.2% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 15% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 25.5% | 18.3% | -7.2% | 6.1% | 12.2% |
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 | 31.3% | 33.9% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 40.3% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 26.7% | 19% | -7.7% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 26% | 16.1% | -9.9% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 8.8% | 1.8% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.5% | 11.3% | 2.8% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 15.7% | 10.2% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.5% | 39.8% | -1.7% | 33.8% | 6.0% |
| Other | 8.5% | 3.6% | -4.9% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| White | 94.9% | 97.6% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 84.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 84.8% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 85.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 11.9% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 1.4% | -8.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 64.1% | 46.2% | 17.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newland Garden was 50.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.5% lower than the Sherborne East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newland Garden has the 16th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Sherborne East and the 436th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Newland Garden, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2023-12-19 | £687,273 |
| 3 Newland Garden, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2019-06-11 | £709,049 |
| 1 Newland Garden, Sherborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £917,000 | 2015-06-02 | £1,311,893 |
| 3 Newland Garden, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2015-01-29 | £572,389 |
| 4 Newland Garden, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2005-10-25 | £513,575 |
DT9 3AF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 DT9 3AF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 154 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherborne Primary School Harbour Way , DT9 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School Lenthay Road , DT9 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,866 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milborne Port Primary School North Street , DT9 5EP | 3out of 4 | 4,605 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gryphon School Bristol Road , DT9 4EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,058 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour Vale School Simons Road , DT9 4DN | - not rated | 486 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School Abbey Road , DT9 3LF | - not rated | 501 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sherborne International Newell Grange , DT9 4EZ | - not rated | 580 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Preparatory School 39 Acreman Street , Sherborne DT9 3NY | - not rated | 607 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School for Girls Bradford Road , DT9 3QN | - not rated | 1,136 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Circus | 33 Cheap Street | 342 yd | |
| OLIVER'S | 19 Cheap Street | 344 yd | |
| Brambles | 41 Cheap Street | 345 yd | |
| ECCO-GELATO SHEBORNE LIMITED | Salcombe House Long Street | 364 yd | |
| WINSTONES | 8 Cheap Street | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHERBORNE BOWLING CLUB | Sherborne Bowling Club Culverhayes | 265 yd | |
| SLESSOR CLUB | Slessor Club Long Street | 265 yd | |
| White Hart | 2 Cheap Street | 377 yd | |
| The Cross Keys | 88 Cheap Street | 397 yd | |
| J&lvisions ltd | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHERBORNE KEBAB HOUSE (KEBAB AND PIZZA) | 6 Coldharbour | 364 yd | |
| MANDARIN HOUSE | 1 Coldharbour | 364 yd | |
| Cinnamons | 2 Coldharbour | 364 yd | |
| Star Grill Kebab | 91 Cheap Street | 429 yd | |
| ABBEY FRIAR | 257 Westbury | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAITROSE LTD | Waitrose Cheap Street | 344 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Sainsburys Ludbourne Road | 544 yd | |
| Hunts Food Outlet | Hunts Food Outlet Digby Road | 756 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sherborne Area Youth And Community Centre TINNEYS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 206 yd |
| Sherborne School Sports Centre SHERBORNE SCHOOL SHERBORNE SCHOOL ABBEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 570 yd |
| Sherborne Primary School HARBOUR WAY | grass pitches | 660 yd |
| Sherborne Town F.C TERRACE PLAYING FIELDS TERRACE PLAYING FIELDS | grass pitches | 1,012 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 | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.