Essex Road is in Weymouth and in Weymouth And Portland district. DT4 0BA is located in the Westham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Essex Road, Weymouth, DT4 0BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT4 0BJ, DT4 0AZ, DT4 0AR, DT4 0DU, DT4 0BE, DT4 0HW, DT4 0BB, DT4 0AH, DT4 0AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT4 0BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.2% | 50.5% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.8% | 49.5% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.7% | 38% | -2.7% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 38.4% | -0.1% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 13.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.2% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 51.3% | 47.7% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 33.6% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 12.3% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 5.8% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 21.7% | 15.9% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 11% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 18.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 19.8% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 29.5% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 98.5% | 94.9% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 93.4% | 93.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 92.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.2% | 37.2% | 20.0% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Essex Road was 47.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.9% lower than the Chickerell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Essex Road has the 42nd lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Chickerell and the 466th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Essex Road, Weymouth, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-09-30 | £186,555 |
| 12 Essex Road, Weymouth, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-05-01 | £184,807 |
| 10 Essex Road, Weymouth, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2023-02-10 | £214,124 |
| 26 Essex Road, Weymouth, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2022-07-15 | £195,060 |
| 16 Essex Road, Weymouth, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-11-26 | £162,712 |
DT4 0BA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechcroft St Pauls CofE Primary School Corporation Road , DT4 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 291 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Weymouth Hardy Avenue , DT4 0RH | 3out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Conifers Primary School Radipole Lane , DT4 0QF | 2out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery Cross Road , DT4 9QX | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southill Primary School Sycamore Road , Southill DT4 9UF | 3out of 4 | 1,894 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints' Church of England Academy Sunnyside Road , Wyke Regis DT4 9BJ | 1out of 4 | 2,086 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Budmouth Academy Weymouth Chickerell Road , DT4 9SY | 1out of 4 | 2,099 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wey Valley Academy 436 Dorchester Road , DT3 5AN | 1out of 4 | 3,634 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 | 1,574 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 | 952 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arbour House School 15-17 Glendinning Avenue , Weymouth DT4 7QF | - not rated | 1,148 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Dorchester Road , DT3 5AL | 3out of 4 | 3,449 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Arts College Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | 4out of 4 | 4,528 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 India | 11 Abbotsbury Road | 181 yd | |
| Sambo Rodizio Bar & Grill | 41 Abbotsbury Road | 185 yd | |
| Weymouth Court Tea Bar | Weymouth Magistrates Court Westwey Road | 451 yd | |
| OCS Weston Hostel | The Probation Hostel, 2 Westwey Road | 451 yd | |
| The Palm House | The Palm House Commercial Road | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Star | 18 Gloucester Street | 662 yd | |
| Snookes Sports Bar | 9 - 10 Caroline Place | 673 yd | |
| The Doghouse Micropub | 2 Great George Street | 696 yd | |
| Finns | 26 Westham Road | 706 yd | |
| White Hart | White Hart Tavern New Bond Street | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Wok | 30A Abbotsbury Road | 163 yd | |
| Sweet Kitchen | 15 Abbotsbury Road | 208 yd | |
| Ray's Chicken | 13 Abbotsbury Road | 216 yd | |
| Serco PECS | Weymouth Magistrates Court Westwey Road | 451 yd | |
| Hel's Kitchen | 157 Abbotsbury Road | 480 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Newstead Road | 642 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 68 St Thomas Street | 778 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | 1 Jubilee Close | 811 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 4 - 8 St Mary Street | 815 yd | |
| Tesco | 63 St Thomas Street | 834 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Active Fitness Weymouth NEWSTEAD ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 500 yd |
| Weymouth Swimming And Fitness Centre KNIGHTSDALE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 626 yd |
| Weymouth Athletics Centre MOONFLEET 2000 I B C MOONFLEET 2000 I B C KNIGHTSDALE ROAD | athletics tracks | 682 yd |
| Moonfleet 2000 Indoor Bowls Club MOONFLEET 2000 I B C MOONFLEET 2000 I B C KNIGHTSDALE ROAD | indoor bowls | 692 yd |
| The Marsh Playing Fields CHICKERELL ROAD | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Wessex Golf Centre RADIPOLE LANE | golf | 753 yd |
| Weymouth Golf Club Ltd LINKS ROAD | golf | 753 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.