DT5 1DA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Grove Road, 0.5km from Grove in Weston (Dorset). Administratively it sits within Portland ward and the South Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, DT5 1DA represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a mining and quarrying facilities character: industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £156k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00104297 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GROVE ROAD, DT5 1DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROVE ROAD, DT5 1DA.
406
46
£ 38,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DT5 1DA 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
No single demographic signal dominates DT5 1DA — age 46, 82% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (46) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DT5 1DA. The average age is 46.2. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 175,000
13 sales · Mean £ 227,846
Flat
£ 76,000
2 sales · Mean £ 76,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DT5 1DA is moderate at 58 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.
school Local Schools
St George's Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Easton Park Sweets and Treats0.7 km
- Ian Burden0.8 km
- Medleys0.6 km
- MFG Esso Portland0.5 km
- No 29 Fresh0.7 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Alessandria Hotel0.8 km
- The Heights Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Corner House0.7 km
- The George Inn0.9 km
- The New Inn0.6 km
- The Punchbowl0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Chinese 4 U0.7 km
- Flavour Of Asia0.7 km
- HM Young Offenders Institution0.6 km
- Luna Lounge0.7 km
- Portland Sculpture and Quarry Trust0.5 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co Operative Group0.7 km
- Tesco0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Golden Island Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Miss Piggy’s Pantry0.7 km
- Portland Kebab House0.6 km
- Rays Fish & Chips0.7 km
- Traders Takeaway & Café1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weymouth7.4 km
- Upwey11.2 km
- Dorchester South17.6 km
Bus Stops
- Clifton Hotel0.1 km
- Clifton Hotel0.1 km
- Victoria Road0.4 km
- Victoria Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DT51DA · Data under Open Government Licence