Coldharbour is in Sherborne and in West Dorset district. DT9 4JL 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 4JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT9 4AR, DT9 4AA, DT9 3RR, DT9 4JW, DT9 4AB, DT9 3RS, DT9 3RT, DT9 4AN, DT9 3RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT9 4JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.1% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.9% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 30.3% | 33.2% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 39.8% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 15% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 7.8% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 49.7% | 39.2% | -10.5% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 33% | 43.8% | 10.8% | 33.6% | 10.2% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 13.2% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 23.5% | 15.3% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 6.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 17.1% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 8.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 13.2% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 36.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.6% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98% | 99.5% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 93.9% | 93% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 93% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.1% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 76.7% | -0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coldharbour was 50.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% lower than the Sherborne East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coldharbour has the 16th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Sherborne East and the 437th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 31.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2024-02-12 | £259,049 |
| 107 Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-02-09 | £262,261 |
| 121 Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2019-03-22 | £260,537 |
| 111 Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £6,340,985 | 2017-06-30 | £7,128,039 |
| 109 Coldharbour, Sherborne, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £6,989,105 | 2017-06-30 | £7,856,605 |
DT9 4JL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherborne Primary School Harbour Way , DT9 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 255 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School Lenthay Road , DT9 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milborne Port Primary School North Street , DT9 5EP | 3out of 4 | 4,127 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 | 613 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 | 356 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne International Newell Grange , DT9 4EZ | - not rated | 961 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School Abbey Road , DT9 3LF | - not rated | 1,123 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sherborne Preparatory School 39 Acreman Street , Sherborne DT9 3NY | - not rated | 1,202 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School for Girls Bradford Road , DT9 3QN | - not rated | 1,596 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 | 698 yd | |
| THE GREEN | The Cottage The Green | 859 yd | |
| OLIVER'S | 19 Cheap Street | 870 yd | |
| The Circus | 33 Cheap Street | 882 yd | |
| WINSTONES | 8 Cheap Street | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mermaid Pub & Restaurant | Bristol Road | 761 yd | |
| The Carpenters Arms | The Mermaid Bristol Road | 777 yd | |
| J&lvisions ltd | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 820 yd | |
| The George Hotel | George Hotel Higher Cheap Street | 820 yd | |
| White Hart | 2 Cheap Street | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHERBORNE KEBAB HOUSE (KEBAB AND PIZZA) | 6 Coldharbour | 592 yd | |
| MANDARIN HOUSE | 1 Coldharbour | 592 yd | |
| Cinnamons | 2 Coldharbour | 592 yd | |
| The Screaming Bean | Miskin, 74 Bristol Road | 745 yd | |
| Star Grill Kebab | 91 Cheap Street | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAITROSE LTD | Waitrose Cheap Street | 870 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sherborne Primary School HARBOUR WAY | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Sherborne Area Youth And Community Centre TINNEYS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 474 yd |
| Gryphon Sports Centre BRISTOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 667 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.