Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

ALBION CRESCENT, DT5 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBION CRESCENT, DT5 1AQ.

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Population

220

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DT5 1AQ's 56% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DT5 1AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Albion Crescent, 0.2km from Chiswell in Fortuneswell. Administratively it sits within Portland ward and the South Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, DT5 1AQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £296k. 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 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00104329 (shared with 7 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 1AQ. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 252,500

4 sales · Mean £ 267,750

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

DT5 1AQ has low crime rates — 34 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.

Violence and sexual offences63
Anti-social behaviour29
Criminal damage and arson12
Other theft7
Public order6

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Bunk And Breakfast Ltd0.3 km
  • Beach House0.2 km
  • Royal Yachting Association0.6 km
  • Seventy Seven0.3 km
  • The Aqua0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Little Ship0.3 km
  • Britannia Inn0.5 km
  • Cove House Inn0.2 km
  • New Star Inn0.1 km
  • Royal Portland Arms0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • The Beehive0.5 km
  • Havana0.4 km
  • HMP The Verne0.8 km
  • Legacy Cafe0.8 km
  • Portland Castle Tea Room0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Chesil Chippie0.3 km
  • Balti Island0.2 km
  • Ocean Bay0.2 km
  • Salty Towers0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Bee Local0.2 km
  • Bee Local0.2 km
  • Castletown Stores0.8 km
  • Co Op0.3 km
  • Portland Pride0.4 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Weymouth6.0 km
  • Upwey9.8 km
  • Dorchester South16.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Verne Common Road0.1 km
  • Police Station0.1 km
  • Verne Common Road0.1 km
  • Mallams0.2 km
  • Chiswell0.2 km