Windermere Crescent is in Weymouth and in Weymouth And Portland district. DT3 5HG is located in the Radipole electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windermere Crescent, Weymouth, DT3 5HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT3 5HQ, DT3 5HD, DT3 5HH, DT3 5HB, DT3 5HE, DT3 5HX, DT3 5HA, DT3 5HF, DT3 5EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT3 5HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 5HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% 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 | 15.9% | 16.4% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -21.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65% | 64.9% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 4.2% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 13% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
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 | 42% | 32.5% | -9.5% | 48.4% | -15.9% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 48.3% | 13.2% | 33.6% | 14.7% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 14.7% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 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 | 14.2% | 15.6% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 14.5% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.6% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 8.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 14.1% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 32.1% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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% | 97.6% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97.6% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windermere Crescent was 27.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.5% lower than the Chickerell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Windermere Crescent has the 14th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Chickerell and the 489th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Windermere Crescent, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2024-08-09 | £586,321 |
| 15 Windermere Crescent, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-02-16 | £403,761 |
| 8 Windermere Crescent, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2022-12-21 | £428,082 |
| 1 Windermere Crescent, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-09-30 | £563,781 |
| 15 Windermere Crescent, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2019-08-27 | £325,411 |
DT3 5HG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 5HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 136 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southill Primary School Sycamore Road , Southill DT4 9UF | 3out of 4 | 411 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Radipole Primary School Radipole Lane , DT3 5HS | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Coombe Avenue , DT4 7TP | 3out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechcroft St Pauls CofE Primary School Corporation Road , DT4 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School, Broadwey Broadwey , DT3 5DQ | 4out of 4 | 1,970 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wey Valley Academy 436 Dorchester Road , DT3 5AN | 1out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Budmouth Academy Weymouth Chickerell Road , DT4 9SY | 1out of 4 | 2,647 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Church of England Academy Sunnyside Road , Wyke Regis DT4 9BJ | 1out of 4 | 3,822 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 | 1,517 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbour House School 15-17 Glendinning Avenue , Weymouth DT4 7QF | - not rated | 1,429 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Dorchester Road , DT3 5AL | 3out of 4 | 1,587 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Compass 307a Chickerell Road , Westham DT4 0QU | 3out of 4 | 2,492 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Arts College Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | 4out of 4 | 3,306 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| At The Helm Cafe | St Aldhelms Church Spa Road | 417 yd | |
| The Famous Old Spa | 229 Dorchester Road | 624 yd | |
| Southill Plus | 137 Radipole Lane, Westham | 789 yd | |
| Beefeater | Beefeater Restaurant Mercery Road | 857 yd | |
| New Look Retailers Ltd | New Look House Mercery Road | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Gregory | 113 Radipole Lane, Westham | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Bridge Takeaway | 2 Spa Road | 604 yd | |
| Nice "N" Spicy | 176 Dorchester Road | 663 yd | |
| Caviar Plaice | 121 Radipole Lane, Westham | 698 yd | |
| Ocean City Chinese Takeaway | 125 Radipole Lane, Westham | 705 yd | |
| Chutney's | 127 Dorchester Road | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 148 - 152 Dorchester Road | 757 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Mercery Road | 857 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Mercery Road | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Future Physiques ARCHARD HOUSE ARCHARD HOUSE WAVERLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 644 yd |
| Fitness World Ltd (Closed) 117A 117A RADIPOLE LANE | health and fitness suite | 682 yd |
| Weymouth Tennis Club RADIPOLE PARK DRIVE | tennis courts | 842 yd |
| Mission Fitness Mercery Road | health and fitness suite | 944 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.