Coombe Valley Road is in Preston, Weymouth and in Weymouth And Portland district. DT3 6NH is located in the Littlemoor & Preston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coombe Valley Road, Preston, Weymouth, DT3 6NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT3 6NW, DT3 6NP, DT3 6LB, DT3 6LA, DT3 6SQ, DT3 6NJ, DT3 6AB, DT3 6LF, DT3 6PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT3 6NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.7% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.3% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 6NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 11.1% | 19.7% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.2% | 61.8% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 6.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 12% | 11% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 39.5% | 41% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 41.4% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 13.7% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 19.2% | 17.8% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 6.7% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.5% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 15.4% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 33.6% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.6% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.5% 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% | 97.5% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.1% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coombe Valley Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Littlemoor & Preston average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Coombe Valley Road, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-02-27 | £510,836 |
| 18 Coombe Valley Road, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-04-17 | £552,338 |
| 6 Coombe Valley Road, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-12-20 | £403,560 |
| 16 Coombe Valley Road, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2023-07-05 | £497,029 |
| 5 Coombe Valley Road, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2020-12-15 | £551,916 |
DT3 6NH 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 6NH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 55% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 140 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | 2out of 4 | 223 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bincombe Valley Primary School Culliford Way , Littlemoor DT3 6AW | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School, Broadwey Broadwey , DT3 5DQ | 4out of 4 | 2,721 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Coombe Avenue , DT4 7TP | 3out of 4 | 2,757 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Radipole Primary School Radipole Lane , DT3 5HS | 3out of 4 | 3,338 yd | Community 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 | 2,808 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,136 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Arts College Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | 4out of 4 | 414 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Dorchester Road , DT3 5AL | 3out of 4 | 2,980 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arbour House School 15-17 Glendinning Avenue , Weymouth DT4 7QF | - not rated | 3,551 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dorset Kitchen | Goulds Garden Centre Littlemoor Road | 628 yd | |
| Lookout Cafe | The Kiosk Bowleaze Coveway | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Inn | Bridge Inn Bridge Inn Lane | 854 yd | |
| The Spice Ship | 226 Preston Road | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stracey's | 1 Church Road | 874 yd | |
| Preston Fish & Chip Shop | 230 Preston Road | 874 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westfield Arts College LITTLEMOOR ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 524 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.