Vanguard Avenue is in Weymouth and in West Dorset district. DT4 9UD is located in the Chickerell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vanguard Avenue, Weymouth, DT4 9UD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT4 9UB, DT4 9EQ, DT4 9UA, DT4 9EP, DT4 9EA, DT4 9ER, DT4 9JB, DT4 9EB, DT4 9EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DT4 9UD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents 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 | 50.3% | 48.5% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 51.5% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 9UD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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 | 17.5% | 25.8% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70% | 58.4% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 6.4% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 8.2% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 38.4% | 46.2% | 7.8% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 37% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 11.6% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 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 | 14.8% | 10.9% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 8.2% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 19.9% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 7.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 17.6% | 2.0% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 28.5% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 97% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 97.5% | 93.4% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 93.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vanguard Avenue was 34.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.7% lower than the Chickerell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vanguard Avenue has the 28th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Chickerell and the 635th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Vanguard Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-04-08 | £510,255 |
| 5 Vanguard Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2023-07-20 | £471,670 |
| 3 Vanguard Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2022-09-15 | £441,618 |
| 13 Vanguard Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-04-22 | £431,449 |
| 2 Vanguard Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-02-07 | £367,120 |
DT4 9UD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 9UD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Weymouth Hardy Avenue , DT4 0RH | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Regis Infant School and Nursery Shrubbery Lane , Wyke Regis DT4 9LU | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Regis Church of England Junior School High Street , Wyke Regis DT4 9NU | 2out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Conifers Primary School Radipole Lane , DT4 0QF | 2out of 4 | 1,317 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 | 1,623 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 1,174 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Church of England Academy Sunnyside Road , Wyke Regis DT4 9BJ | 1out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wey Valley Academy 436 Dorchester Road , DT3 5AN | 1out of 4 | 5,112 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 | 3,669 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 | 1,172 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arbour House School 15-17 Glendinning Avenue , Weymouth DT4 7QF | - not rated | 3,241 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Dorchester Road , DT3 5AL | 3out of 4 | 4,880 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| COOKS OF WEYMOUTH | Littlesea Holiday Park Lynch Lane, Chickerell | 550 yd | |
| STARBUCKS | Littlesea Holiday Park Lynch Lane, Chickerell | 550 yd | |
| PAPA JOHNS | Littlesea Holiday Park Lynch Lane, Chickerell | 550 yd | |
| PEBBLES | Littlesea Holiday Park Lynch Lane, Chickerell | 550 yd | |
| MASH AND BARREL | Littlesea Holiday Park Lynch Lane, Chickerell | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Munch Box | 81 Lynch Lane, Chickerell | 542 yd | |
| OTTOMAN KEBAB HOUSE | 9 Lynch Lane Trading Park Lynch Lane, Chickerell | 693 yd | |
| Alf's | 2 Lynch Road | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Filling Station, 110 - 112 Lanehouse Rocks Road | 704 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Littlesea Holiday Park LITTLESEA HOLIDAY PARK LITTLESEA HOLIDAY PARK LYNCH LANE | swimming pool, tennis courts | 549 yd |
| St Augustines Catholic Primary School ST AUGUSTINES PRIMARY SCHOOL ST AUGUSTINES PRIMARY SCHOOL HARDY AVENUE | grass pitches | 961 yd |
| Wyke Regis C Of E Junior School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 1,092 yd |
| All Saints Church Of England School SUNNYSIDE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 32.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 32.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.88 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.