DT9 4SX is in Sandford Orcas, Sherborne and West Dorset district. DT9 4SX is located in the Sherborne Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandford Orcas, Sherborne, DT9 4SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DT9 4SX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 47.3% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 50.6% | 52.7% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DT9 4SX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.3% | 20.2% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -17.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 62.6% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 18.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 58.9% | 45.9% | -13.0% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 35.5% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 12% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 4.9% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 4SX this area, 5.6% 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 46.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 7.4% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 16.7% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.9% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17.3% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.7% | 46.3% | -3.4% | 33.8% | 12.5% |
| Other | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.7% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 86.3% 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 | 90.6% | 86.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90% | 85.9% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 12% | 11.4% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.5% | 37.2% | -11.7% |
| Christian | 65.8% | 46.2% | 19.6% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around DT9 4SX was 15.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.2% lower than the Sherborne Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
DT9 4SX has the 5th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Sherborne Rural and the 225th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosedown Farm, Sherborne, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2022-04-12 | £972,644 |
| Rosedown Farmhouse, Sherborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2015-03-27 | £550,000 |
| Rosedown Farmhouse, Sherborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £249,500 | 2003-04-22 | £530,054 |
| Rosedown Farmhouse, Sherborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2002-02-04 | £642,162 |
DT9 4SX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 25% 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 4SX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 4SX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Other | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trent Young's CofE Primary School Trent , DT9 4SW | 3out of 4 | 2,202 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Primary School Harbour Way , DT9 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 3,997 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Primrose Lane Primary School Cunningham Road , BA21 5FH | 4out of 4 | 4,160 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Abbey Church of England Primary School Lenthay Road , DT9 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,559 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchfield Community Primary School Birchfield Road , BA21 5RL | 3out of 4 | 5,037 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 | 3,640 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherborne School for Girls Bradford Road , DT9 3QN | - not rated | 3,763 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sherborne International Newell Grange , DT9 4EZ | - not rated | 3,862 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Vale School Simons Road , DT9 4DN | - not rated | 3,992 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Preparatory School 39 Acreman Street , Sherborne DT9 3NY | - not rated | 4,247 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne School Abbey Road , DT9 3LF | - not rated | 4,360 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.