DT5 1BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Castletown in Fortuneswell. Administratively it sits within Portland ward and the South Dorset constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DT5 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00104327 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DT5 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT5 1BB.
465
44
£ 38,600 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT5 1BB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
DT5 1BB is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT5 1BB. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT5 1BB has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Bunk And Breakfast Ltd0.7 km
- Beach House0.9 km
- Royal Yachting Association0.3 km
- Seventy Seven0.9 km
- The Aqua0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Little Ship0.7 km
- Cove House Inn0.9 km
- New Star Inn0.8 km
- The Green Shutters0.1 km
- The Islanders Club0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Beehive0.5 km
- Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy0.9 km
- HMP The Verne0.8 km
- Legacy Cafe0.1 km
- Portland Castle Tea Room0.2 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chesil Chippie0.7 km
- Balti Island1.0 km
- Ocean Bay0.9 km
- Salty Towers0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.5 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Bee Local0.9 km
- Bee Local0.9 km
- Castletown Stores0.1 km
- Co Op0.9 km
- Royal Manor Theatre0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weymouth5.2 km
- Upwey9.0 km
- Dorchester South15.6 km
Bus Stops
- Hotel Aqua del0.0 km
- Portland Castle0.2 km
- Portland Castle0.3 km
- Youth Club0.4 km
- Portland Hospital0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DT51BB · Data under Open Government Licence