Ash Green is in Bourton, Gillingham and in North Dorset district. SP8 5FL is located in the Gillingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 2018-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ash Green, Bourton, Gillingham, SP8 5FL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP8 5PG, SP8 5BW, SP8 5PQ, SP8 5BP, SP8 5BS, SP8 5BT, SP8 5BN, SP8 5DW, SP8 5BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SP8 5FL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 5FL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.9% 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 | 16.7% | 19.8% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 58.9% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 11.6% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 7.8% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 46.2% | 44.2% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 38.3% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 11.4% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 22.7% | 16.1% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 7.5% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 11.8% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 18.8% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.4% | 38% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.7% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 95.8% | 92.2% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.2% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ash Green was 21.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.4% lower than the Beacon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ash Green has the 40th lowest crime rate of 112 local areas in Beacon and the 358th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Ash Green, Gillingham, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2024-12-20 | £264,936 |
| 3 Ash Green, Gillingham, Dorset Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £270,000 | 2020-06-09 | £336,426 |
| 4 Ash Green, Gillingham, Dorset Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £265,000 | 2019-11-29 | £333,874 |
| 6 Ash Green, Gillingham, Dorset Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £280,000 | 2019-11-14 | £352,772 |
| 5 Ash Green, Gillingham, Dorset Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £280,000 | 2019-10-25 | £356,746 |
SP8 5FL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 5FL 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 SP8 5FL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 197 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitesheet Church of England Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Zeals BA12 6NL | 3out of 4 | 2,286 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 | 4,013 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Primary School Deane Avenue , SP8 4SH | 2out of 4 | 5,361 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St George'S Church Of England School Church Track Church Track | grass pitches, swimming pool | 193 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 | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.