Coldharbour is in Sherborne and in West Dorset district. DT9 4HE 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 4HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT9 4HD, DT9 4HA, DT9 4FJ, DT9 4HH, DT9 4HB, DT9 4FN, DT9 4FL, DT9 4HG, DT9 4HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT9 4HE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.8% | 51.2% | 5.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 54.2% | 48.8% | -5.4% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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% | 29.7% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 46.3% | -14.7% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 11.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 57.4% | 46.5% | -10.9% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 33.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.5% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 4.6% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 4HE this area, 8.2% 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 47.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 8.2% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 6.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 17.3% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 15.2% | -2.7% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 47.2% | 16.3% | 33.8% | 13.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
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% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 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% | 89.2% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.4% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 13.2% | 6.0% | 7.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coldharbour was 34.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.6% lower than the Sherborne East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coldharbour has the 8th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Sherborne East and the 633rd lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Rose Cottages Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-07-19 | £284,600 |
| 2 Rose Cottages Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2021-11-30 | £203,908 |
| 1 Rose Cottages Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2020-03-31 | £292,950 |
| 1 Rose Cottages Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2016-07-01 | £307,233 |
| 1 Rose Cottages Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2011-11-18 | £293,118 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DT9 4HE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| 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 | 407 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School Lenthay Road , DT9 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milborne Port Primary School North Street , DT9 5EP | 3out of 4 | 4,732 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Young's CofE Primary School Trent , DT9 4SW | 3out of 4 | 5,271 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 761 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 | 266 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne International Newell Grange , DT9 4EZ | - not rated | 355 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School Abbey Road , DT9 3LF | - not rated | 675 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sherborne Preparatory School 39 Acreman Street , Sherborne DT9 3NY | - not rated | 692 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School for Girls Bradford Road , DT9 3QN | - not rated | 991 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 GREEN | The Cottage The Green | 273 yd | |
| The Newell Restaurant & Rooms | Newell Restaurant And Rooms Greenhill | 329 yd | |
| WINSTONES | 8 Cheap Street | 354 yd | |
| Costa | 30 Cheap Street | 354 yd | |
| OLIVER'S | 19 Cheap Street | 356 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mermaid Pub & Restaurant | Bristol Road | 153 yd | |
| J&lvisions ltd | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 239 yd | |
| The George Hotel | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 239 yd | |
| White Hart | 2 Cheap Street | 354 yd | |
| The Carpenters Arms | The Mermaid Bristol Road | 423 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHERBORNE KEBAB HOUSE (KEBAB AND PIZZA) | 6 Coldharbour | 48 yd | |
| MANDARIN HOUSE | 1 Coldharbour | 48 yd | |
| Cinnamons | 2 Coldharbour | 48 yd | |
| The Screaming Bean | Miskin, 74 Bristol Road | 336 yd | |
| Star Grill Kebab | 91 Cheap Street | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAITROSE LTD | Waitrose Cheap Street | 356 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Sainsburys Ludbourne Road | 882 yd | |
| Hunts Food Outlet | Hunts Food Outlet Digby Road | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sherborne Primary School HARBOUR WAY | grass pitches | 399 yd |
| Sherborne Area Youth And Community Centre TINNEYS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 487 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 | 582 yd |
| Gryphon Sports Centre BRISTOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 855 yd |
| Sherborne Girls School SHERBORNE GIRLS SHERBORNE GIRLS BRADFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 965 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.