Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

GROVE ROAD, DT5 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROVE ROAD, DT5 1DB.

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Population

292

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DT5 1DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DT5 1DB's 66% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DT5 1DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Grove Road, 0.4km from Grove in Grove (Dorset). Administratively it sits within Portland ward and the South Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT5 1DB represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £339k. 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 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00104298 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT5 1DB. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 187,500

7 sales · Mean £ 205,214

Detached

£ 481,750

2 sales · Mean £ 481,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DT5 1DB is moderate at 63 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences62
Other crime13
Other theft4
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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St George's Community Primary School

Good438 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Easton Park Sweets and Treats0.9 km
  • Ian Burden1.0 km
  • Medleys0.8 km
  • MFG Esso Portland0.7 km
  • No 29 Fresh0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Alessandria Hotel0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Corner House0.9 km
  • The New Inn0.8 km
  • The Punchbowl0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Chinese 4 U0.9 km
  • Flavour Of Asia0.9 km
  • HM Young Offenders Institution0.4 km
  • Luna Lounge0.9 km
  • Portland Sculpture and Quarry Trust0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co Operative Group0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Golden Island Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Miss Piggy’s Pantry0.9 km
  • Portland Kebab House0.8 km
  • Rays Fish & Chips0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Weymouth7.3 km
  • Upwey11.1 km
  • Dorchester South17.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Clifton Hotel0.1 km
  • Clifton Hotel0.1 km
  • Victoria Road0.3 km
  • Victoria Road0.3 km