DT5 1BT is a safe, established residential area on Easton Street, 0.3km from Reforne in Dorset. 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. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £248k, up 120.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DT5 1BT are sourced from Output Area E00104301 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EASTON STREET, DT5 1BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTON STREET, DT5 1BT.
339
47
£ 39,100 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT5 1BT 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 47, DT5 1BT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 120.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT5 1BT. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 209,550
14 sales · Mean £ 240,685
Flat
£ 177,500
2 sales · Mean £ 177,500
Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
4 sales · Mean £ 170,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT5 1BT has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St George's Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Easton Park Sweets and Treats0.1 km
- Ian Burden0.2 km
- Just Sweets0.9 km
- Medleys0.0 km
- MFG Esso Portland0.6 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Alessandria Hotel0.4 km
- The Heights Hotel1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Corner House0.2 km
- The George Inn0.4 km
- The New Inn0.0 km
- The Punchbowl0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Chinese 4 U0.2 km
- Flavour Of Asia0.1 km
- Hayloft Cafe1.0 km
- Luna Lounge0.2 km
- Portland Sculpture and Quarry Trust0.6 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co Operative Group0.1 km
- Tesco0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Golden Island Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- Miss Piggy’s Pantry0.2 km
- Portland Kebab House0.0 km
- Rays Fish & Chips0.2 km
- The Codfathers (Weston) Ltd + Codfathers Pizzas1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weymouth7.7 km
- Upwey11.5 km
- Dorchester South18.0 km
Bus Stops
- Easton Square0.0 km
- Easton Square0.1 km
- Grove Corner0.1 km
- Grove Corner0.2 km
- Moorfield Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DT51BT · Data under Open Government Licence