Cann Lodge Gardens is in Shaftesbury and in North Dorset district. SP7 8HU is located in the Shaftesbury Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cann Lodge Gardens, Shaftesbury, SP7 8HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP7 8ER, SP7 8NF, SP7 8ND, SP7 8LZ, SP7 8NE, SP7 8NL, SP7 8PF, SP7 8HT, SP7 8NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SP7 8HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.7% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.9% | 31.4% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 45.7% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 10.3% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 10.3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 44.6% | 38% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 42.8% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 9.2% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 15.2% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 23.9% | 18% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 14% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 16.2% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.8% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 26.6% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.3% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 94.9% | 90.6% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 5.4% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 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 | 94.9% | 90.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 26.7% | 13.5% | 13.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cann Lodge Gardens was 53.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.5% lower than the Shaftesbury Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cann Lodge Gardens has the 15th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Shaftesbury Town and the 393rd highest crime rate of 1,286 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Cann Lodge Gardens, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2020-03-05 | £242,000 |
| 3 Cann Lodge Gardens, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2018-11-09 | £308,673 |
| 4 Cann Lodge Gardens, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £227,880 | 2016-04-29 | £305,947 |
| 2 Cann Lodge Gardens, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2014-07-09 | £270,577 |
| 1 Cann Lodge Gardens, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2010-06-18 | £345,166 |
SP7 8HU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 SP7 8HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School Wincombe Lane , SP7 8PZ | 3out of 4 | 945 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School Wincombe Lane , SP7 8PZ | - not rated | 945 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, Shaftesbury St James's Street , SP7 8HQ | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Motcombe CofE Primary School Church Road , Motcombe SP7 9NT | 3out of 4 | 3,410 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Motcombe CofE VA Primary School Church Road , Motcombe SP7 9NT | - not rated | 3,410 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury School Salisbury Road , SP7 8ER | - not rated | 257 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury School Salisbury Road , SP7 8ER | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Alfred's Church of England Middle School Wincombe Lane , SP7 8PZ | - not rated | 945 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coombe House School Coombe House School , Donhead St Mary SP7 9LP | - not rated | 1,925 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's School Donhead St Mary's , Shaftesbury SP7 9LP | - not rated | 1,926 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Port Regis Preparatory School Motcombe Park , SP7 9QA | - not rated | 2,754 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Motcombe Grange School The Street , Motcombe SP7 9HJ | - not rated | 4,334 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chutneys | 28 Salisbury Street | 290 yd | |
| Filomena's | 59A High Street | 434 yd | |
| Gusto | 54 High Street | 465 yd | |
| Black Cactus Shaftesbury | High Street Bakery And Cafe, 58A High Street | 465 yd | |
| John Peel Cafe | 52 High Street | 465 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | Legion Headquarters Coppice Street | 204 yd | |
| Shaftesbury Football Club | Shaftesbury Football Club Coppice Street | 316 yd | |
| Pitchers, Shaftesbury Sports Club Ltd | Shaftesbury Football Club Coppice Street | 316 yd | |
| The Mitre | 23 High Street | 535 yd | |
| Santonino Trattoria | 1 Mustons Lane | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fish | 17 Coppice Street | 316 yd | |
| Open House Shaftesbury | Fathers House Shaftesbury Christys Lane | 529 yd | |
| Oriental Express | Unit 2, Beaufoy House, 1 Beaufoy Close | 534 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Units 8-9, Gold Hill House, 21 High Street | 582 yd | |
| Louise Cowling Hospitality | 39 Lower Blandford Road | 596 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Christys Lane | 204 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative | Unit 1, Beaufoy House, 1 Beaufoy Close | 534 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | Morrisons Daily Bell Street | 560 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury Leisure Centre (Shaftesbury) (Closed) Salisbury Road | health and fitness suite | 231 yd |
| Shaftesbury School Salisbury Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 244 yd |
| Shaftesbury Football Club OLD BOUNDARY ROAD | grass pitches | 267 yd |
| Shaftesbury Oasis Swimming Pool Barton Hill | swimming pool | 591 yd |
| Shaftesbury Church Of England Primary School WINCOMBE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 952 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.