DT5 1AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Castletown in Fortuneswell. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Portland ward and the South Dorset constituency.
The people who live in DT5 1AX are typical of a dynamic young family area with frequent movers and a mix of backgrounds. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 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 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00183056 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DT5 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DT5 1AX.
428
41
£ 38,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT5 1AX 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DT5 1AX spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT5 1AX. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DT5 1AX has low crime rates — 28 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 Ltd0.5 km
- Beach House0.6 km
- Royal Yachting Association0.2 km
- Seventy Seven0.6 km
- The Aqua0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Little Ship0.5 km
- Britannia Inn0.8 km
- Cove House Inn0.6 km
- New Star Inn0.5 km
- Royal Portland Arms0.7 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- The Beehive0.4 km
- Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy0.9 km
- Havana0.8 km
- HMP The Verne0.7 km
- Legacy Cafe0.3 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chesil Chippie0.4 km
- Balti Island0.7 km
- Ocean Bay0.6 km
- Salty Towers0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.6 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Bee Local0.6 km
- Bee Local0.6 km
- Castletown Stores0.3 km
- Co Op0.6 km
- Portland Pride0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weymouth5.5 km
- Upwey9.3 km
- Dorchester South15.9 km
Bus Stops
- Portland Hospital0.2 km
- Portland Hospital0.2 km
- East Weare Road0.2 km
- Coronation Road0.2 km
- Portland Castle0.3 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: DT51AX · Data under Open Government Licence