Question 1

What is the population of Dorchester (Dorset)?

Accepted Answer

Dorchester (Dorset) has a population of approximately 5,480 with a population density of 1027 people/km². (Source: Census 2021 via Propbar)

Question 2

What type of households are most common in Dorchester (Dorset)?

Accepted Answer

The most common household type in Dorchester (Dorset) is single family household, predominantly living in houses. Approximately 67% of residents are homeowners. (Source: Census 2021 via Propbar)

Question 3

What is the median age in Dorchester (Dorset)?

Accepted Answer

The median age in Dorchester (Dorset) is 47 years, with the Adults (30-64 years) age group being the most common. (Source: Census 2021 via Propbar)

Question 4

What schools are near Dorchester (Dorset)?

Accepted Answer

Dorchester (Dorset) has access to 5 schools nearby. Nearby schools include Damers First School, The Prince of Wales School, Manor Park Church of England First School. (Source: Ofsted via Propbar)

Question 5

Is Dorchester (Dorset) a safe area?

Accepted Answer

Dorchester (Dorset) is considered relatively safe with a safety score of 73/100 based on local crime statistics. (Source: Police UK via Propbar)

Question 6

How big is Dorchester (Dorset)?

Accepted Answer

Dorchester (Dorset) covers an area of approximately 5.3 km² and has a population of 5,480. (Source: ONS via Propbar)

Question 7

Where is Dorchester (Dorset) located?

Accepted Answer

Dorchester (Dorset) is located in South West English Region, Dorchester (Dorset), England. (Source: Propbar)

Question 8

What percentage of people own their homes in Dorchester (Dorset)?

Accepted Answer

67% of households in Dorchester (Dorset) are owner-occupied, which is around the national average for England and Wales. (Source: Census 2021 via Propbar)

Question 9

What is the broadband speed in Dorchester (Dorset)?

Accepted Answer

Dorchester (Dorset) has a connectivity score of 87/100 (rated very good). Fixed broadband score is 92/100 and mobile coverage scores 80/100. (Source: Propbar)

Rank	A + A* %	School	Type	Entry gender	Ages
1	N/A	Damers First School	primary	Mixed	5 - 9
2	good	The Prince of Wales School	primary	Mixed	2 - 9
3	N/A	Manor Park Church of England First School	primary	Mixed	2 - 9
4	N/A	St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester	primary	Mixed	5 - 9
5	N/A	Dorchester Middle School	primary	Mixed	9 - 13
6	N/A	St Osmund's Church of England Voluntary Aided Middle School, Dorchester	primary	Mixed	9 - 13
7	N/A	The Thomas Hardye School	primary	Mixed	13 - 18
8	N/A	Dorchester Preparatory School	independent	Mixed	5 - 18
9	N/A	Sunninghill Preparatory School	independent	Mixed	2 - 13
10	N/A	Castlefield School	primary	Mixed	13 - 18
11	N/A	Hardyes School	primary	Mixed	13 - 18
12	N/A	St Genevieve's Convent School	independent	Girls	3 - 17
13	N/A	Maiden Castle School	special	Mixed	3 - 10
14	good	The Thomas Hardye School	academy	Mixed	13 - 18
15	N/A	St Osmund's Church of England Middle School	academy	Mixed	9 - 13
16	satisfactory	Dorchester Middle School	academy	Mixed	9 - 13
17	N/A	St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester	academy	Mixed	2 - 9
18	N/A	Damers First School	academy	Mixed	4 - 9
19	good	St Osmund's Church of England Middle School	academy	Mixed	9 - 13
20	N/A	Manor Park Church of England First School	academy	Mixed	2 - 9

Area Overview for Dorchester (Dorset)

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