Priestlands Corner is in Sherborne and in West Dorset district. DT9 4HJ is located in the Sherborne East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Priestlands Corner, Sherborne, DT9 4HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT9 4EY, DT9 4HL, DT9 4ET, DT9 4DH, DT9 4HP, DT9 4EX, DT9 4HF, DT9 3JY, DT9 4EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT9 4HJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.2% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46% | 49.8% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 36.8% | 37% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 34.4% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 12.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 7% | 10.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 37.4% | 44.8% | 7.4% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 37.6% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 13.8% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 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.
In the area around DT9 4HJ this area, 7.2% 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 45.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.6% | 7.2% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 6.7% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 19.6% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 12.4% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.3% | 45.9% | -4.4% | 33.8% | 12.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 92.5% | 96.2% | 3.7% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 81.8% 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 | 86.1% | 81.8% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 8.1% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.1% | 81.8% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 11.5% | 8.8% | 9.8% | 1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 0.5% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priestlands Corner was 44.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.9% lower than the Sherborne East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Priestlands Corner has the 12th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Sherborne East and the 508th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Priestlands Corner, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-07-04 | £364,315 |
| 3 Priestlands Corner, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2004-04-23 | £463,644 |
| 3 Priestlands Corner, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £192,500 | 2002-07-29 | £510,326 |
| 2 Priestlands Corner, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £202,950 | 2002-01-24 | £607,656 |
| 1 Priestlands Corner, Sherborne, Dorset Detached, a newly built property | £213,500 | 2001-10-02 | £585,499 |
DT9 4HJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
DT9 4HJ 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 4HJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherborne Primary School Harbour Way , DT9 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 635 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School Lenthay Road , DT9 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,720 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milborne Port Primary School North Street , DT9 5EP | 3out of 4 | 4,969 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Young's CofE Primary School Trent , DT9 4SW | 3out of 4 | 5,101 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornford CofE Primary School Boot Lane , Thornford DT9 6QY | 4out of 4 | 5,399 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 | 923 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherborne International Newell Grange , DT9 4EZ | - not rated | 127 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Vale School Simons Road , DT9 4DN | - not rated | 499 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Preparatory School 39 Acreman Street , Sherborne DT9 3NY | - not rated | 556 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School Abbey Road , DT9 3LF | - not rated | 589 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sherborne School for Girls Bradford Road , DT9 3QN | - not rated | 756 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 Newell Restaurant & Rooms | Newell Restaurant And Rooms Greenhill | 112 yd | |
| THE GREEN | The Cottage The Green | 130 yd | |
| WINSTONES | 8 Cheap Street | 265 yd | |
| Costa | 30 Cheap Street | 265 yd | |
| OLIVER'S | 19 Cheap Street | 290 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mermaid Pub & Restaurant | Bristol Road | 84 yd | |
| J&lvisions ltd | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 137 yd | |
| The George Hotel | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 137 yd | |
| White Hart | 2 Cheap Street | 265 yd | |
| The Carpenters Arms | The Mermaid Bristol Road | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHERBORNE KEBAB HOUSE (KEBAB AND PIZZA) | 6 Coldharbour | 259 yd | |
| MANDARIN HOUSE | 1 Coldharbour | 259 yd | |
| Cinnamons | 2 Coldharbour | 259 yd | |
| The Screaming Bean | Miskin, 74 Bristol Road | 370 yd | |
| Star Grill Kebab | 91 Cheap Street | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAITROSE LTD | Waitrose Cheap Street | 290 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Sainsburys Ludbourne Road | 875 yd | |
| Hunts Food Outlet | Hunts Food Outlet Digby Road | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 427 yd |
| Sherborne Primary School HARBOUR WAY | grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Sherborne Area Youth And Community Centre TINNEYS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 669 yd |
| Sherborne Girls School SHERBORNE GIRLS SHERBORNE GIRLS BRADFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Oxley Sports Centre BRADFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 876 yd |
| Gryphon Sports Centre BRISTOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,018 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.