Woodlands, Dorset
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 The Church of the Ascension, Woodlands |
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| Woodlands shown within Dorset | |
| Population | 522 2011 Census |
| OS grid reference | SU051090 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | WIMBORNE |
| Postcode district | BH21 |
| Dialling code | 01202 |
| Police | Dorset |
| Fire | Dorset and Wiltshire |
| Ambulance | South Western |
| EU Parliament | South West England |
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Woodlands is a village and civil parish in the East Dorset district of Dorset, South-West England. It is five miles (8km) north of Wimborne Minster. Horton Road is the main road going through the parish.
Woodlands has a long history and is known for multiple reasons. It is home to the Woodlands Church of the Ascension which is a grade 2 listed building. Woodlands also attracts visitors all year round due to the village being home to the largest family theme park in Devon.
In 2001, the village had a population of 544 but in 2011 the population had fallen to 522.
In 2001, the village had a population of 544 but in 2011 the population had fallen to 522. According to the 2011 census, there were 272 males and 250 females living in the parish. The majority of the population (504) are white British and Christianity (334) is the main religion according to the 2011 census. The population changed minimally between 1811 (346) and 1911 (384) but has increased dramatically to 522 in the 2011 census.
Of the 286 people who are economically active, 280 are currently in employment, the majority (67) are either managers, directors or senior officials. The main industry that the residents of Woodlands work in is the Wholesale and Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motor Cycles (44). Manufacturing (37) and construction (35) also make up a large sector of employment in Woodlands. In 1831 the majority of the population (67) were employed as agricultural labourers, in 1881 that increased to 70.
There are currently 201 households in Woodlands which has increased from 95 in 1901. The average house price in Woodlands is £447,735 which is comparatively more expensive than in neighbouring Verwood (£332,770) and Three Legged Cross (£352,353) but is cheaper than nearby Holt (£699,607). The majority of households (90) are married couple households with no dependent children.
Woodlands has a number of main attractions and recreational activities that draw in visitors all year round. Woodlands is home to the largest family theme park in Devon, Woodlands Family Theme Park, which is targeted at young families with children. There is also Woodlands Grove Caravan & Camping Park which is an award-winning camping and caravaning site that also attracts visitors to the area.Remedy Oak golf club is located in the heart of Woodlands that helps to increase the popularity of the area.
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