Dowtys Lane is in Dinton, Salisbury and in Salisbury district. SP3 5ES is located in the Nadder Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Wiltshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dowtys Lane, Dinton, Salisbury, SP3 5ES 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 local area around SP3 5ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 SP3 5ES there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% 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 | 25.5% | 32.2% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 51.5% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 4.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 51.4% | 46.3% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 37.2% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 13.8% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.6% | 14.7% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 11.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 13.8% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 18.7% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.1% | 34.3% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 95.8% | 94.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 95.8% | 94.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.2% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dowtys Lane was 72.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.5% higher than the Fovant & Chalke Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dowtys Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Fovant & Chalke Valley and the 397th highest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napolean Cottage Dowtys Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £561,850 | 2006-06-05 | £962,085 |
| Dowtys Dowtys Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £468,270 | 2003-06-13 | £938,395 |
| Manor Bungalow Dowtys Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 1996-10-08 | £750,526 |
SP3 5ES area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% 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.
SP3 5ES 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Other | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinton CofE Primary School Hindon Road , Dinton SP3 5HW | 3out of 4 | 778 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wyndham Arms | Hindon Road, Dinton | 376 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 | 66.7% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.