Martinscroft Road is in Portland and in Weymouth And Portland district. DT5 2JD 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 Martinscroft Road, Portland, DT5 2JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT5 2AH, DT5 2JE, DT5 2HX, DT5 2AG, DT5 2HS, DT5 2JA, DT5 2HU, DT5 2HT, DT5 2JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT5 2JD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 50.9% | 3.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 52.9% | 49.1% | -3.8% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 41.1% | 41.8% | 0.7% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 34.7% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.6% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 18.3% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 9.2% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 43.6% | 40.3% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 37.5% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 16.9% | 7.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.8% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.2% | 15.1% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 17.9% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 8.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 15.5% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.4% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 27% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 10.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 18.3% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.1% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.5% | 13.5% | 14.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57% | 37.2% | 19.8% |
| Christian | 35.8% | 46.2% | -10.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Martinscroft Road was 46.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.3% lower than the Portland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Martinscroft Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Portland and the 472nd highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Martinscroft Road, Portland, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-07-05 | £248,378 |
| 9 Curtis Court Martinscroft Road, Portland, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-11-01 | £126,701 |
| 8 Martinscroft Road, Portland, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2022-11-16 | £233,224 |
| 23 Rickard House Martinscroft Road, Portland, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2022-11-16 | £111,386 |
| 19 Rickard House Martinscroft Road, Portland, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-04-14 | £116,814 |
DT5 2JD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,069 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 | 1,419 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Codfathers (Weston) Ltd + Codfathers Pizzas | 44 Weston Road, Easton | 521 yd | |
| AJS PIZZA | 93 Weston Road, Easton | 623 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portland United Football Club WESTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 540 yd |
| Weston Street FIELD FORMERLY USED BY WESTON UNITED FC FIELD FORMERLY USED BY WESTON UNITED FC WESTON STREET | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Isle Of Portland Aldridge Community Academy (Closed) Weston Road | health and fitness suite | 851 yd |
| Isle Of Portland Aldridge Community Academy (Southwell Campus) (Closed) Sweet Hill Lane | grass pitches | 1,028 yd |
| St George'S Community Primary School CLARENCE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 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 | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.39 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.39 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.