Statistics and census information

Over 1,000 pages of statistics on Dorset including population, education, employment, health, housing and the environment - now divided into data by topic and data by area. Everything from the detailed statistics to include in a business plan to fascinating facts.

Our data particularly relates to the county council area but if you require data on the adjacent areas in Bournemouth and Poole you may wish to use.

Bournemouth Borough Council Research and Information (opens in a new window)

Poole Borough Council Research and Information (opens in a new window)

Data by Topic
This area provides data on Dorset arranged by topics such as population, deprivation, housing etc.
Data by Area
Profiles of geographical areas, be they towns, districts, parishes, wards or settlements.
Key facts
This data gives you key population facts and figures.
Publications available online
This area brings together all the published statistical documents available (as PDFs) in a variety of places within the 'Facts and figures' section.
What's new
This page highlights recent data and reports that have been added to the facts and figures part of the website.
2011 Census
The national census was carried out in March 2011 but the first results will not be available until September 2012.
Dorset Databook 2011
The Dorset Databook is the key statistical publication for Dorset County Council.
Partnership Data
The county council works with a number of partners and this area links to their research and data. The area includes a link to the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment available on NHS Dorset's website.