North Allington is in Bridport and in West Dorset district. DT6 5EB is located in the Bridport electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about North Allington, Bridport, DT6 5EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT6 5EE, DT6 5RD, DT6 5RA, DT6 5EH, DT6 5ED, DT6 5ER, DT6 5HN, DT6 5EY, DT6 5HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DT6 5EB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51.9% | 49.5% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 50.5% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DT6 5EB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.4% | 46.5% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 32.1% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 12.8% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 41.6% | 38.3% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 42.1% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 15% | 13.5% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 20.9% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 14.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 15.2% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.2% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 21.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 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% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.1% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.5% | 96.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 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 | 96.9% | 96.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.7% | 76.7% | -15.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 37% | 13.5% | 23.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 32.5% | 46.2% | -13.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 11.7% | 6.0% | 5.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Allington was 79.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.1% higher than the Bridport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Allington has the 13th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Bridport and the 228th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 194 North Allington, Bridport, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £299,500 | 2025-05-27 | £313,170 |
| 198 North Allington, Bridport, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-09-22 | £255,319 |
| 180 North Allington, Bridport, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2022-07-19 | £237,057 |
| 150 North Allington, Bridport, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-07-02 | £202,646 |
| 150A North Allington, Bridport, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2021-02-02 | £173,541 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine's Roman Catholic School Pymore Road , DT6 3TR | 2out of 4 | 953 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridport Primary School St Andrew's Road , DT6 3BJ | 2out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Symondsbury , DT6 6HD | 2out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School Skilling Hill Road , DT6 5LA | 3out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loders CofE Primary Academy Loders , DT6 3SA | 3out of 4 | 3,759 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sir John Colfox Academy Ridgeway , DT6 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washingpool Farm Shop and Restaurant | Washingpool Farm | 773 yd | |
| Gelateria Beppino | 33 West Street | 792 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 35 West Street | 792 yd | |
| Mercato Italiano Ltd | Unit 3b, Dreadnought Trading Estate | 810 yd | |
| Klin Klans | 4 Victoria Grove | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODDFELLOWS ARMS | 172 North Allington | 18 yd | |
| The White Lion | 1 West Allington | 714 yd | |
| THE ROPEMAKERS | 36 West Street | 889 yd | |
| The Market House | 17 - 19 West Street | 908 yd | |
| HOPE & ANCHOR INN | 13 St Michaels Lane | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOLDEN DRAGON | 70 West Street | 754 yd | |
| SOMTUN THAI | 76 West Street | 754 yd | |
| Kernow Pantry | 16, Brydian Mews West Street | 799 yd | |
| DOMINO'S PIZZA | Cafe Royal Tannery Road | 827 yd | |
| LONGS FISH & CHIPS | 23 West Street | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | 42 - 44 West Street | 889 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridport & West Dorset Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Unit 2 Unit 2 North Mills Trading Estate | indoor bowls | 483 yd |
| St Catherines Rc Primary School PYMORE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 869 yd |
| Bridport Tennis Club PLOTTINGHAM PLAYING FIELDS PLOTTINGHAM PLAYING FIELDS TANNERY ROAD | tennis courts | 900 yd |
| Bridport Youth & Community Centre GUNDRY LANE | 1,035 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 | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.