Park Estate Road is in Portland and in Weymouth And Portland district. DT5 2BB is located in the Portland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Estate Road, Portland, DT5 2BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT5 2BL, DT5 2LL, DT5 2BN, DT5 2BA, DT5 2HA, DT5 2AX, DT5 2AU, DT5 2LD, DT5 2BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT5 2BB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.6% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.4% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 26.6% | 32% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 47.2% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 12.6% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 7.4% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 39.9% | 46.1% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 34.1% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 14.3% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 20% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 15.7% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 19.6% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8.7% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 18.3% | 1.1% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 17% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0.9% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.4% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.2% | 97.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.4% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.2% | 37.2% | 20.0% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 1% | 6.0% | -5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Estate Road was 62.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.5% lower than the Portland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Estate Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Portland and the 334th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Park Estate Road, Portland, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-08-02 | £227,914 |
| 33 Park Estate Road, Portland, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-01-11 | £129,925 |
| 23 Park Estate Road, Portland, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2021-09-27 | £219,328 |
| 15A Park Estate Road, Portland, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-03-16 | £285,421 |
| 27 Park Estate Road, Portland, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2017-02-17 | £226,327 |
DT5 2BB 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's Community Primary School Clarence Road , DT5 2BD | 3out of 4 | 168 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Academy Portland Maritime House , Southwell Park DT5 2NA | 1out of 4 | 1,943 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage 7 | 7 Reforne | 362 yd | |
| Sugarloaf Cafe | 4 Reforne | 370 yd | |
| Portland YMCA | Ymca Reforne | 386 yd | |
| Flavour Of Asia | 42 Easton Square | 427 yd | |
| Luna Lounge | 5, Easton Shopping Centre Easton Square | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George Inn | 133 Reforne | 394 yd | |
| Corner House | 49 Straits | 479 yd | |
| The New Inn | Former New Inn, 35 Easton Street | 515 yd | |
| The Punchbowl | 46 Easton Street | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miss Piggy’s Pantry | Easton Shopping Centre Easton Square | 431 yd | |
| Rays Fish & Chips | 35 Straits | 479 yd | |
| Golden Island Chinese Takeaway | 33 Straits | 479 yd | |
| Portland Kebab House | 40 Easton Street | 531 yd | |
| The Codfathers (Weston) Ltd + Codfathers Pizzas | 44 Weston Road, Easton | 552 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Park Road | 281 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St George'S Community Primary School CLARENCE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 150 yd |
| Isle Of Portland Aldridge Community Academy (Closed) Weston Road | health and fitness suite | 309 yd |
| Ymca (Portland) RED TRIANGLE CLUB RED TRIANGLE CLUB REFORNE | health and fitness suite | 412 yd |
| Portland United Football Club WESTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 475 yd |
| Portland Red Triangle Cricket Club WIDE STREET | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Weston Street FIELD FORMERLY USED BY WESTON UNITED FC FIELD FORMERLY USED BY WESTON UNITED FC WESTON STREET | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Grove Corner Playing Fields 1A 1A WEST GROVE TERRACE | grass pitches | 924 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 | 48.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.