Radipole Lane is in Weymouth and in Weymouth And Portland district. DT4 9RT 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 Radipole Lane, Weymouth, DT4 9RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT4 9SE, DT4 0TE, DT4 9SL, DT4 0EF, DT4 9SB, DT4 0TG, DT4 9UW, DT4 9SD, DT4 9SG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DT4 9RT is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 46.7% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 53.3% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 DT4 9RT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.2% 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 | 14.8% | 19.5% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 54.2% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 10.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 12.1% | -4.6% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 10% | -4.8% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 31.3% | 33.5% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 37.7% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 19.8% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 7.5% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 37.8% | 22% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.9% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 11.5% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 12.6% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 7.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 18.3% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 24.1% | 10.2% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.6% | 96.2% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 95.4% | 92.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 92.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.2% | 37.2% | -11.0% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Radipole Lane was 57.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.1% lower than the Chickerell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Radipole Lane has the 37th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Chickerell and the 378th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 124 Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £329,000 | 2020-03-09 | £405,616 |
| 112 Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-08-05 | £319,153 |
| 92A Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-01-11 | £406,343 |
| 122 Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-11-09 | £342,645 |
| 110 Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2017-09-29 | £289,006 |
DT4 9RT 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 DT4 9RT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,145 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Conifers Primary School Radipole Lane , DT4 0QF | 2out of 4 | 1,506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechcroft St Pauls CofE Primary School Corporation Road , DT4 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chickerell Primary Academy Rashley Road , Chickerell DT3 4AT | 3out of 4 | 1,649 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 | 1,918 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wey Valley Academy 436 Dorchester Road , DT3 5AN | 1out of 4 | 2,329 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Church of England Academy Sunnyside Road , Wyke Regis DT4 9BJ | 1out of 4 | 3,438 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 | 2,089 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 | 1,856 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Dorchester Road , DT3 5AL | 3out of 4 | 2,092 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Compass 307a Chickerell Road , Westham DT4 0QU | 3out of 4 | 2,107 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Arts College Littlemoor Road , Preston DT3 6AA | 4out of 4 | 4,091 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southill Plus | 137 Radipole Lane, Westham | 100 yd | |
| Peelers | Western Division Headquarters Radipole Lane | 612 yd | |
| ECO-BITES | Wessex Stadium Radipole Lane | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Gregory | 113 Radipole Lane, Westham | 85 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean City Chinese Takeaway | 125 Radipole Lane, Westham | 97 yd | |
| Caviar Plaice | 121 Radipole Lane, Westham | 100 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness World Ltd (Closed) 117A 117A RADIPOLE LANE | health and fitness suite | 116 yd |
| Bob Lucas Stadium BOB LUCAS STADIUM BOB LUCAS STADIUM RADIPOLE LANE | grass pitches | 765 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 | 29.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 29.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 29.2% |
| 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 | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.