Mill Lane is in Bourton, Gillingham and in North Dorset district. SP8 5DA is located in the Gillingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mill Lane, Bourton, Gillingham, SP8 5DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP8 5DL, SP8 5DH, SP8 5BA, SP8 5BG, SP8 5FD, SP8 5FN, SP8 5BQ, SP8 5BD, SP8 5BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SP8 5DA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 48.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 52.2% | 51.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 SP8 5DA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.9% 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 | 18.1% | 16.1% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -21.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 65.9% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 21.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.3% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 5.4% | -0.9% | 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 | 46.7% | 41.3% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 39.1% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 14.1% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 12.2% | 10.1% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8.3% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 10.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 10.1% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 20.3% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 45% | 39.9% | -5.1% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.2% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.2% | 95.3% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 95.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 65.3% | 46.2% | 19.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Lane was 29.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.7% lower than the Beacon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Lane has the 54th highest crime rate of 112 local areas in Beacon and the 515th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.8%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dovehayes Mill Lane, Gillingham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £955,000 | 2025-09-10 | £955,000 |
| Dovehayes Barn Mill Lane, Gillingham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2023-12-07 | £490,402 |
| Linsey Mill Lane, Gillingham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-03-09 | £370,140 |
| Ferndown Mill Lane, Gillingham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £302,000 | 2019-08-22 | £377,977 |
| Palestrina Mill Lane, Gillingham, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2018-12-18 | £364,511 |
SP8 5DA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
SP8 5DA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SP8 5DA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's Church of England School, Bourton Church Track , Bourton SP8 5BN | 4out of 4 | 721 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitesheet Church of England Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Zeals BA12 6NL | 3out of 4 | 1,371 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School Milton-on-Stour , SP8 5QD | 3out of 4 | 3,889 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mere School Springfield Road , Mere BA12 6EW | 3out of 4 | 5,139 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullpits Golf Club | Bullpits Factory Hill | 430 yd | |
| White Lion Inn | White Lion Inn High Street | 668 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bullpits Golf Course | golf | 426 yd |
| St George'S Church Of England School Church Track Church Track | grass pitches, swimming pool | 752 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.