Dorset Place is in Aylesbury and in Buckinghamshire district. HP21 9BW is located in the Aylesbury East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aylesbury. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dorset Place, Aylesbury, HP21 9BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP21 9BN, HP21 9DH, HP21 9DA, HP21 9DN, HP21 9DJ, HP21 9DQ, HP21 9DW, HP21 9BP, HP21 9DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HP21 9BW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 52.4% | 53.4% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 46.6% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 HP21 9BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 24.8% | 30% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 51.2% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.4% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.1% | 49.5% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 35.5% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 11.8% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 24.8% | 17.5% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 11.6% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.3% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 6% | -1.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 16.3% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 29.5% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 4.5% | 7.3% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 4.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 89.2% | 82.2% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 0.8% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 78.5% 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 | 88.5% | 78.5% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 10.6% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 78% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.5% | 11.5% | 9.8% | 1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 4.5% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.8% | 1.6% | -9.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 5.4% | 1.7% | 3.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dorset Place was 23.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.8% lower than the Aylesbury East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dorset Place has the 11th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Aylesbury East and the 390th lowest crime rate of 1,629 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Dorset Place, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2025-01-24 | £477,306 |
| 20 Dorset Place, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2024-11-29 | £436,752 |
| 25 Dorset Place, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £417,500 | 2022-08-26 | £428,683 |
| 16 Dorset Place, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-04-28 | £463,026 |
| 3 Dorset Place, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-01-06 | £365,744 |
HP21 9BW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beech Green Nursery School Beech Green , Southcourt HP21 8JG | - not rated | 2,847 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedgrove Junior School Ingram Avenue , HP21 9DN | - not rated | 257 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedgrove Junior School Ingram Avenue , HP21 9DN | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedgrove Infant School Ingram Avenue , HP21 9DJ | - not rated | 262 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Catholic Junior School Hazell Avenue , Bedgrove HP21 7JF | 3out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Catholic Junior School Hazell Avenue , Bedgrove HP21 7JF | - not rated | 1,188 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School Wendover Way , HP21 7NH | 3out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylesbury High School Walton Road , HP21 7SX | 4out of 4 | 2,055 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Aylesbury High School Walton Road , HP21 7SX | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Aylesbury Grammar School Walton Road , HP21 7RP | - not rated | 2,110 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Aylesbury Grammar School Walton Road , HP21 7RP | 4out of 4 | 2,110 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckinghamshire College Group Oxford Road , HP21 8PD | - not rated | 3,569 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Mandeville Hospital Classes School Room , Mandeville Road HP21 8AL | - not rated | 2,142 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kynaston School Stoke Leys Close , Kynaston Avenue HP21 9ET | - not rated | 2,631 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stocklake Park Community School Stocklake , HP20 1DP | 3out of 4 | 2,663 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Booker Park Community School Stoke Leys Close , HP21 9ET | 3out of 4 | 2,698 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydon Training Independent School Quilters Way , Unit 14 HP22 5BL | - not rated | 3,107 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | 37 Jansel Square, Aylesbury | 552 yd | |
| The Coffee Bean | 33 Jansel Square, Aylesbury | 581 yd | |
| The Source | Church of the Holy Spirit, Camborne Avenue | 630 yd | |
| Holiday Inn Aylesbury | New Road, Weston Turville | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckinghamshire Yeoman | Camborne Avenue, Aylesbury | 646 yd | |
| Weston Turville Golf Club Ltd | New Road, Weston Turville | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCoy's | 15 Jansel Square, Aylesbury | 610 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 13 Jansel Square, Aylesbury | 610 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1A Jansel Square, Aylesbury | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 17 Jansel Square, Aylesbury | 581 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1A Jansel Square, Aylesbury | 610 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bedgrove Park AMBLESIDE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 462 yd |
| Spirit Health Club (Aylesbury) NEW ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 816 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% |
| Median download speed | 76.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.