Angel Court is in Shaftesbury and in North Dorset district. SP7 8HX is located in the Shaftesbury Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Angel Court, Shaftesbury, SP7 8HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP7 8DF, SP7 8DQ, SP7 8BL, SP7 8AE, SP7 8AG, SP7 8EW, SP7 8DG, SP7 8AJ, SP7 8AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SP7 8HX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% 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 | 53.3% | 55.6% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 46.7% | 44.4% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 33.2% | 30.5% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 36.4% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 15.7% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 16.1% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 10.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.1% | 24.8% | -19.3% | 48.4% | -23.6% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 43.8% | 8.2% | 33.6% | 10.2% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 22.5% | 6.9% | 12.7% | 9.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 6.6% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 25% | 6.2% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 10.2% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 11.4% | -7.4% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.6% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 19.9% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 22.5% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 7.2% | 3.4% | -3.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.1% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 94.4% | 94.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.8% | 76.7% | -9.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.8% | 37.2% | -4.4% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Angel Court was 321.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 319.6% higher than the Shaftesbury Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Angel Court has the highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Shaftesbury Town and the 22nd highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 113.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Angel Court, Shaftesbury, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-10-18 | £278,899 |
| 5 Angel Court, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-06-13 | £310,791 |
| 8 Angel Court, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-08-24 | £249,012 |
| 9 Angel Court, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-12-10 | £276,619 |
| 2 Angel Court, Shaftesbury, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-12-10 | £287,684 |
SP7 8HX 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 8HX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Other | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School Wincombe Lane , SP7 8PZ | 2out of 4 | 871 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, Shaftesbury St James's Street , SP7 8HQ | 3out of 4 | 914 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Motcombe CofE Primary School Church Road , Motcombe SP7 9NT | 3out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludwell Primary School Coronation Drive , Ludwell SP7 9ND | - not rated | 4,684 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Semley , SP7 9AU | 3out of 4 | 4,932 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 | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Regis Preparatory School Motcombe Park , SP7 9QA | - not rated | 2,112 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gusto | 54 High Street | 141 yd | |
| Black Cactus Shaftesbury | High Street Bakery And Cafe, 58A High Street | 141 yd | |
| John Peel Cafe | 52 High Street | 141 yd | |
| Filomena's | 59A High Street | 161 yd | |
| The Ugly Duckling | Unit 6, Swans Yard High Street | 209 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santonino Trattoria | 1 Mustons Lane | 146 yd | |
| Shaftesbury Football Club | Shaftesbury Football Club Coppice Street | 221 yd | |
| Pitchers, Shaftesbury Sports Club Ltd | Shaftesbury Football Club Coppice Street | 221 yd | |
| Shaston Social Club Ltd | Shaston Social Club Ltd Bleke Street | 239 yd | |
| The Mitre | 23 High Street | 276 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fish | 17 Coppice Street | 221 yd | |
| China Cottage | 4 Bell Street | 257 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Units 8-9, Gold Hill House, 21 High Street | 336 yd | |
| Open House Shaftesbury | Fathers House Shaftesbury Christys Lane | 387 yd | |
| Family Kebab And Pizza House | Family Kebab And Pizza House Ivy Cross | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | Morrisons Daily Bell Street | 117 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Christys Lane | 559 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative | Unit 1, Beaufoy House, 1 Beaufoy Close | 669 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury Oasis Swimming Pool Barton Hill | swimming pool | 88 yd |
| Shaftesbury Football Club OLD BOUNDARY ROAD | grass pitches | 377 yd |
| Shaftesbury Leisure Centre (Shaftesbury) (Closed) Salisbury Road | health and fitness suite | 754 yd |
| Shaftesbury School Salisbury Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 768 yd |
| Shaftesbury Church Of England Primary School WINCOMBE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 815 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.