Kestrel View is in Weymouth and in Weymouth And Portland district. DT3 5QY is located in the Littlemoor & Preston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kestrel View, Weymouth, DT3 5QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT3 5QZ, DT3 5QX, DT3 5QU, DT3 5QW, DT3 5PL, DT3 5SJ, DT3 5RS, DT3 5QN, DT3 5QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT3 5QY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 52.5% | 56.8% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 47.5% | 43.2% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DT3 5QY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.7% | 43.1% | 5.4% | 37.9% | 5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.6% | 30.7% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -13.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 2.6% | -3.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 16.4% | 17% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 55.7% | 44% | -11.7% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 39.7% | 12.4% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 12% | 13% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 13% | 10% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 14.7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.9% | 16.7% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.2% | 21.3% | 2.1% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 31.3% | 12.1% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 6.2% | 2.7% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 99.5% | 90.7% | -8.8% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 96.7% | 92.3% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 92.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.9% | 37.2% | 20.7% |
| Christian | 33.3% | 46.2% | -12.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kestrel View was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% lower than the Littlemoor & Preston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kestrel View has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Littlemoor & Preston and the 513th lowest crime rate of 1,286 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -89.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Kestrel View, Weymouth, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2026-01-23 | £219,549 |
| 9 Kestrel View, Weymouth, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-12-18 | £208,066 |
| 45 Kestrel View, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-11-14 | £310,444 |
| 79 Kestrel View, Weymouth, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2025-06-27 | £195,638 |
| 21 Kestrel View, Weymouth, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-11-01 | £173,388 |
DT3 5QY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School Broadwey , DT3 5DQ | - not rated | 861 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School, Broadwey Broadwey , DT3 5DQ | - not rated | 861 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bincombe Valley Primary School Culliford Way , Littlemoor DT3 6AW | 3out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided School, Preston, Weymouth Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | - not rated | 2,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wey Valley School Dorchester Road , DT3 5AN | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wey Valley Academy Dorchester Road , DT3 5AN | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wey Valley Academy 436 Dorchester Road , DT3 5AN | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Budmouth College Chickerell Road , DT4 9SY | - not rated | 5,232 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Budmouth Academy Weymouth Chickerell Road , DT4 9SY | 2out of 4 | 5,243 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coastland College Cranford Avenue , DT4 7LQ | - not rated | 3,274 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyvern Academy Dorchester Road , DT3 5AL | 3out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern School Dorchester Road , DT3 5AL | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Arts College Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | 4out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southill Home Tuition Service Southill Youth Centre , Southill Garden Drive DT4 9SF | - not rated | 3,405 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| College of the Sacred Hearts Carlton Road , DT4 7QD | - not rated | 3,423 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Littlemoor Community Action Group | Littlemoor Community Centre Canberra Road | 668 yd | |
| The Nest Weymouth CIC Littlemoor | Littlemoor Youth Centre Louviers Road | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Gem Kebab Shop | Hidden Gem Littlemoor Shopping Centre | 552 yd | |
| Daniels | 5 Littlemoor Shopping Centre | 552 yd | |
| McColls | 4 Littlemoor Shopping Centre | 552 yd | |
| Littlemoor Spice | 1 Littlemoor Shopping Centre | 552 yd | |
| Golden Flame | 205A Littlemoor Road | 932 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Wey Valley School DORCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 1,038 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 74.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.