Lower Putton Lane is in Chickerell, Weymouth and in West Dorset district. DT3 4AN is located in the Chickerell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Putton Lane, Chickerell, Weymouth, DT3 4AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT3 4NX, DT3 4BY, DT3 4PA, DT3 4LT, DT3 4GE, DT3 4AJ, DT3 4LU, DT3 4FN, DT3 4LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT3 4AN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 DT3 4AN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% 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 | 25.2% | 29.8% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 54.6% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 7.9% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 44.6% | 46.5% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 35.7% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 15% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 16.4% | 13.2% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.9% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 14.5% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 7.3% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 24.4% | 12.3% | 16.9% | 7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 28.7% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.2% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
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 | 98.1% | 96.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 95.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Putton Lane was 25.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.7% lower than the Chickerell average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Lower Putton Lane has the 12th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Chickerell and the 430th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Workshop Lower Putton Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2025-01-02 | £106,893 |
| 15 Lower Putton Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2024-12-04 | £308,402 |
| 52 Lower Putton Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2024-06-18 | £343,327 |
| 6 Lower Putton Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-03-22 | £395,397 |
| 12 Lower Putton Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £304,000 | 2019-10-11 | £387,324 |
DT3 4AN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 DT3 4AN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickerell Primary Academy Rashley Road , Chickerell DT3 4AT | 3out of 4 | 347 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southill Primary School Sycamore Road , Southill DT4 9UF | 3out of 4 | 1,702 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Conifers Primary School Radipole Lane , DT4 0QF | 2out of 4 | 1,849 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Radipole Primary School Radipole Lane , DT3 5HS | 3out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechcroft St Pauls CofE Primary School Corporation Road , DT4 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,488 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budmouth Academy Weymouth Chickerell Road , DT4 9SY | 1out of 4 | 1,549 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wey Valley Academy 436 Dorchester Road , DT3 5AN | 1out of 4 | 3,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Church of England Academy Sunnyside Road , Wyke Regis DT4 9BJ | 1out of 4 | 3,736 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weymouth College Cranford Avenue , DT4 7LQ | - not rated | 3,435 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Compass 307a Chickerell Road , Westham DT4 0QU | 3out of 4 | 2,608 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Dorchester Road , DT3 5AL | 3out of 4 | 2,917 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arbour House School 15-17 Glendinning Avenue , Weymouth DT4 7QF | - not rated | 3,162 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Arts College Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | 4out of 4 | 5,277 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAFE MONET LTD | Bennetts Water Gardens Putton Lane | 859 yd | |
| ECO-BITES | Wessex Stadium Radipole Lane | 880 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit J1, Link Park Chickerell Link Road | 982 yd | |
| Burger King | Unit J2, Link Park Chickerell Link Road | 1,000 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit J3, Link Park Chickerell Link Road | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Turks Head Inn | 6 East Street | 629 yd | |
| The Lugger Inn | 30 West Street | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FANCY A DORSET NIBBLE LTD | Unit E4, Link Park Chickerell Link Road | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit H, Link Park Chickerell Link Road | 982 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Stalls LOWER WAY | grass pitches | 287 yd |
| Willowbed Field (Closed) Putton Lane | grass pitches | 309 yd |
| Chickerell Primary Academy RASHLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 390 yd |
| Bob Lucas Stadium BOB LUCAS STADIUM BOB LUCAS STADIUM RADIPOLE LANE | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| New Body CAMBRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,022 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.