Durberville Drive is in Swanage and in Purbeck district. BH19 1QW is located in the Swanage electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Durberville Drive, Swanage, BH19 1QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH19 1QN, BH19 1QP, BH19 1QR, BH19 1QF, BH19 1PL, BH19 1QD, BH19 1PJ, BH19 1RN, BH19 1PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH19 1QW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 52.5% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.3% | 47.5% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BH19 1QW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 10.4% | 15.3% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -22.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.1% | 66.9% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 22.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 3% | 7.1% | 4.1% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 7.9% | -5.9% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.1% | 39.5% | 10.4% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 45.9% | 35.8% | -10.1% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 18.6% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 5.1% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.9% | 13.8% | -14.1% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.1% | 12.5% | 5.4% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 11.7% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 10.4% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 13% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 34.8% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.8% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 96.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 96.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central Asia | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Durberville Drive was 29.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.9% lower than the Swanage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Durberville Drive has the 16th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Swanage and the 522nd lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 300.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Durberville Drive, Swanage, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2025-07-08 | £485,294 |
| 74 Durberville Drive, Swanage, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £516,000 | 2025-04-23 | £532,125 |
| 36 Durberville Drive, Swanage, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2025-02-26 | £628,328 |
| 58 Durberville Drive, Swanage, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2023-09-15 | £581,763 |
| 8 Durberville Drive, Swanage, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £642,500 | 2022-11-04 | £624,215 |
BH19 1QW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH19 1QW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 61% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 227 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Swanage Northbrook Road , BH19 1QE | 2out of 4 | 296 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanage Primary School Swanage Primary School, Mount Scar , Mount Scar BH19 2EY | 4out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanage St Mark's Church of England Primary School High Street , BH19 2PH | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Primary School, Langton Matravers High Street , Langton Matravers BH19 3HB | 3out of 4 | 3,120 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Swanage School High Street , BH19 2PH | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purbeck View School Northbrook Road , BH19 1PR | - not rated | 628 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal Crust Cafe and Pizzeria | The Anvil Centre, 1, Prospect Business Park Prospect Way | 892 yd | |
| Rudge’s | Unit 1a Victoria Avenue Industrial Estate | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crows Nest Inn | The Crows Nest, 11 Ulwell Road | 464 yd | |
| The Village Inn | Village Inn, Ullwell Cottage Caravan Park Darkie Lane | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Gardens Pavilion Ice Cream Kiosk | Tennis Courts Beach Gardens | 392 yd | |
| Santa Fe Fun Park | The Pavillion Shore Road | 662 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swanage Town & Herston Football Club DAYS MEAD | grass pitches | 266 yd |
| Journeys End DAYS MEAD | grass pitches | 325 yd |
| Swanage Cricket Club ULWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 325 yd |
| Harrow House HARROW DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 415 yd |
| Purbeck View School NORTHBROOK ROAD | 527 yd | |
| Forres Field VICTORIA AVENUE | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| King Georges Field Victoria Avenue | grass pitches | 945 yd |
| Joe'S Gym KINGS ROAD WEST | health and fitness suite | 1,079 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 20.0% |
| Median download speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.