Coldharbour is in Sherborne and in West Dorset district. DT9 4AA 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 Coldharbour, Sherborne, DT9 4AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT9 3RR, DT9 4JL, DT9 4AB, DT9 4AR, DT9 3AN, DT9 3RT, DT9 4FH, DT9 3SD, DT9 3AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT9 4AA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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 | 45.8% | 55.2% | 9.4% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 54.2% | 44.8% | -9.4% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 | 22% | 23% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 50.2% | -10.8% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 13.6% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 9.4% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.4% | 51% | -6.4% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 35% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.5% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 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.
In the area around DT9 4AA this area, 7.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 7.1% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 7.9% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 16.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 14.3% | -3.6% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 48.1% | 17.2% | 33.8% | 14.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| White | 100% | 96.5% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 95.5% | 89.2% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 4.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 88.9% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 1.6% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coldharbour was 37.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.4% lower than the Sherborne East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coldharbour has the 10th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Sherborne East and the 613th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £432,500 | 2016-07-01 | £609,813 |
| Hillside Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2006-12-08 | £542,377 |
| St Marys Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2004-03-31 | £597,611 |
| Hillside Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2001-04-11 | £651,074 |
DT9 4AA 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 DT9 4AA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| 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 | 249 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School Lenthay Road , DT9 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milborne Port Primary School North Street , DT9 5EP | 3out of 4 | 4,183 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 | 665 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 | 315 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne International Newell Grange , DT9 4EZ | - not rated | 898 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School Abbey Road , DT9 3LF | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sherborne Preparatory School 39 Acreman Street , Sherborne DT9 3NY | - not rated | 1,120 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School for Girls Bradford Road , DT9 3QN | - not rated | 1,532 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 Toy Barn Sherborne Ltd | Blackmarsh Farm Dodds Cross | 756 yd | |
| THE GREEN | The Cottage The Green | 791 yd | |
| OLIVER'S | 19 Cheap Street | 792 yd | |
| The Circus | 33 Cheap Street | 803 yd | |
| WINSTONES | 8 Cheap Street | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mermaid Pub & Restaurant | Bristol Road | 702 yd | |
| J&lvisions ltd | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 752 yd | |
| The George Hotel | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 752 yd | |
| The Carpenters Arms | The Mermaid Bristol Road | 765 yd | |
| SHERBORNE BOWLING CLUB | Sherborne Bowling Club Culverhayes | 802 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHERBORNE KEBAB HOUSE (KEBAB AND PIZZA) | 6 Coldharbour | 529 yd | |
| MANDARIN HOUSE | 1 Coldharbour | 529 yd | |
| Cinnamons | 2 Coldharbour | 529 yd | |
| The Screaming Bean | Miskin, 74 Bristol Road | 723 yd | |
| Star Grill Kebab | 91 Cheap Street | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAITROSE LTD | Waitrose Cheap Street | 792 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Sainsburys Ludbourne Road | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sherborne Primary School HARBOUR WAY | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Sherborne Area Youth And Community Centre TINNEYS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 386 yd |
| Gryphon Sports Centre BRISTOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 727 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 | 1,047 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.