Factory Hill is in Bourton, Gillingham and in North Dorset district. SP8 5FN is located in the Gillingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 2018-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Factory Hill, Bourton, Gillingham, SP8 5FN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP8 5BA, SP8 5AY, SP8 5DA, SP8 5DL, SP8 5AX, SP8 5BE, SP8 5BD, SP8 5DH, SP8 5BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SP8 5FN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% 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 | 53.8% | 54.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 46.2% | 45.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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 | 23.6% | 34.5% | 10.9% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 44.7% | -15.4% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 14% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 4.2% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 42.8% | 50.5% | 7.7% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 32.3% | -8.0% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 15% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 20.2% | 14.8% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 11% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 20.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 28.5% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 96.6% | 97.2% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Factory Hill was 68.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.2% higher than the Beacon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Factory Hill has the 14th highest crime rate of 112 local areas in Beacon and the 290th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Factory Hill, Gillingham, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-03-04 | £300,061 |
| 10 Factory Hill, Gillingham, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-02-14 | £278,282 |
| 6 Factory Hill, Gillingham, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-05-10 | £295,539 |
| 3 Factory Hill, Gillingham, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2020-11-06 | £452,310 |
| 10 Factory Hill, Gillingham, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2020-10-20 | £262,500 |
SP8 5FN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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 5FN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 926 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitesheet Church of England Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Zeals BA12 6NL | 3out of 4 | 1,167 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 | 3,906 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mere School Springfield Road , Mere BA12 6EW | 3out of 4 | 4,975 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 | 235 yd | |
| White Lion Inn | White Lion Inn High Street | 504 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bullpits Golf Course | golf | 231 yd |
| St George'S Church Of England School Church Track Church Track | grass pitches, swimming pool | 954 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.