Broomfield Drive is in Alderholt, Fordingbridge and in East Dorset district. SP6 3HY is located in the Cranborne & Alderholt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broomfield Drive, Alderholt, Fordingbridge, SP6 3HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP6 3HZ, SP6 3AH, SP6 3AQ, SP6 3BL, SP6 3RA, SP6 3DG, SP6 3DQ, SP6 3EN, SP6 3AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SP6 3HY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 50.8% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49.2% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 SP6 3HY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.9% 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 | 15.8% | 15.5% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -22.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.1% | 68.9% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 24.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.8% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 47.3% | 44.3% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 39.2% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12.5% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.7% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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 | 18.9% | 14.4% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 9.5% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 17.8% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 12.9% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 36.7% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 99.3% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 95.6% | 95.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 95.9% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broomfield Drive was 27.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.3% lower than the Cranborne & Alderholt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broomfield Drive has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Cranborne & Alderholt and the 489th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Broomfield Drive, Fordingbridge, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-01-23 | £390,654 |
| 12 Broomfield Drive, Fordingbridge, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2024-08-16 | £472,170 |
| 15 Broomfield Drive, Fordingbridge, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2023-10-25 | £381,542 |
| 12 Broomfield Drive, Fordingbridge, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2023-09-29 | £461,398 |
| 30 Broomfield Drive, Fordingbridge, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2023-09-07 | £504,879 |
SP6 3HY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SP6 3HY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 118 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Church of England First School and Nursery, Alderholt Park Lane , Alderholt SP6 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 201 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordingbridge Junior School Pennys Lane , SP6 1HJ | 3out of 4 | 4,436 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordingbridge Infant School Pennys Lane , SP6 1HJ | 3out of 4 | 4,436 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Community First School Hillside Road , BH31 7HE | 3out of 4 | 4,752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England First School Coopers Lane , BH31 7PG | - not rated | 4,784 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Burgate School and Sixth Form Salisbury Road , SP6 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 4,641 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forres Sandle Manor School Sandle Manor , SP6 1NS | - not rated | 3,271 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alderholt Sports Club ALDERHOLT SPORTS CLUB ALDERHOLT SPORTS CLUB RINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 383 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 | 60.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.