St Georges Road is in Shaftesbury and in North Dorset district. SP7 8NH is located in the Shaftesbury Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Georges Road, Shaftesbury, SP7 8NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP7 8NJ, SP7 8NG, SP7 8NL, SP7 8NE, SP7 8NQ, SP7 8NF, SP7 8NW, SP7 8PF, SP7 8GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SP7 8NH 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 St Georges Road was 67.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.3% lower than the Shaftesbury Town average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
St Georges Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Shaftesbury Town and the 299th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 St Georges Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-10-26 | £283,064 |
| 2 St Georges Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,275 | 2022-12-07 | £263,904 |
| 22 St Georges Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2020-12-01 | £334,162 |
| 2 St Georges Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2019-03-01 | £289,768 |
| 20 St Georges Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,500 | 2012-07-13 | £239,088 |
SP7 8NH 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 8NH 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 | 2out of 4 | 873 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, Shaftesbury St James's Street , SP7 8HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,087 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Motcombe CofE Primary School Church Road , Motcombe SP7 9NT | 3out of 4 | 3,453 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludwell Primary School Coronation Drive , Ludwell SP7 9ND | - not rated | 4,102 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Semley , SP7 9AU | 3out of 4 | 5,017 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 | 275 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 | 2,809 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chutneys | 28 Salisbury Street | 486 yd | |
| Filomena's | 59A High Street | 628 yd | |
| Thai Kitchen | Part Unit 1 - Baan Thai, Wessex House Wincombe Lane | 650 yd | |
| Gusto | 54 High Street | 656 yd | |
| Black Cactus Shaftesbury | High Street Bakery And Cafe, 58A High Street | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | Legion Headquarters Coppice Street | 168 yd | |
| Shaftesbury Football Club | Shaftesbury Football Club Coppice Street | 477 yd | |
| Pitchers, Shaftesbury Sports Club Ltd | Shaftesbury Football Club Coppice Street | 477 yd | |
| The Half Moon | The Half Moon Inn Salisbury Road | 662 yd | |
| Santonino Trattoria | 1 Mustons Lane | 729 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Express | Unit 2, Beaufoy House, 1 Beaufoy Close | 451 yd | |
| Golden Fish | 17 Coppice Street | 477 yd | |
| Louise Cowling Hospitality | 39 Lower Blandford Road | 498 yd | |
| Open House Shaftesbury | Fathers House Shaftesbury Christys Lane | 575 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Units 8-9, Gold Hill House, 21 High Street | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Christys Lane | 168 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative | Unit 1, Beaufoy House, 1 Beaufoy Close | 451 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | Morrisons Daily Bell Street | 747 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury Leisure Centre (Shaftesbury) (Closed) Salisbury Road | health and fitness suite | 239 yd |
| Shaftesbury School Salisbury Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 246 yd |
| Shaftesbury Football Club OLD BOUNDARY ROAD | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Shaftesbury Oasis Swimming Pool Barton Hill | swimming pool | 740 yd |
| Shaftesbury Church Of England Primary School WINCOMBE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 921 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 | 49 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.