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About

Portland ward encompasses the Isle of Portland, a tied island connected to the mainland by the narrow strip of Chesil Beach. The landscape is dominated by limestone plateaus and dramatic sea cliffs, with settlements like Fortuneswell and Easton built into the slopes. Historically, the area is defined by its quarrying industry, which supplied the distinctive Portland stone for landmarks such as St Paul's Cathedral.

The coastline is rugged, with notable features like the Pulpit Rock sea stack and the lighthouse at Portland Bill. The area's maritime and military history is evident, with former naval facilities and coastal defences. The unique geology and industrial heritage continue to shape the local environment and community.

Area overview

On average Portland has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Portland is £47,106 per year. There are 2 schools in Portland: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Portland is home to around 13,558 people, with a population density of about 1,116.7 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
55
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
12.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Portland Population
13,558
Population density
1,116.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
34.59(+4%)
Anti-social behaviour
16.3(+9%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.64(+2%)
Other theft
3.76(-33%)
Public order
3.69(-44%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
12,757
94.08%
Other White
242
1.78%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
71
0.52%
Irish
53
0.39%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
53
0.39%
Total population: 13,560

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,732
23.99%
Level 3 (A level)
2,189
19.23%
No qualifications
1,954
17.16%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,849
16.24%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,440
12.65%
Total 16+ residents: 11,386

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,269
39.65%
Owns with a mortgage
1,447
25.29%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,083
18.93%
Other social rented
598
10.45%
Social rents from council
136
2.38%
Total households: 5,722

Property prices in Portland

Based on 216 recent sales, the median property price is £231,750 in Portland area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £625,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Portland in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Portland over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached25£360,000
Flats27£128,000
Semi-Detached29£255,000
Terraced135£230,000

10 years median price trend in Portland

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Portland.

All postcodes in Portland

DT52EH

High Street

DT52LU

Rushetts Close

DT51JS

Brymers Avenue

DT51JZ

Pauls Mead

DT51DS

Crown Farm Terrace

DT51NN

Belgrave Place

DT52DN

Avalanche Road

DT51EJ

Verne Common Road

DT52HQ

Croft Road

DT51HE

Amelia Close

DT51JE

Ventnor Road

DT52JS

West Way

DT51HH

New Street

DT51BH

Easton Street

DT52AZ

Channel View Road

DT51LR

Fortuneswell

DT51GA

Clovens Road

DT52NQ

The Courtyard

DT51NQ

Artist Row

DT51BS

Easton Street

DT51HP

Wakeham

DT52FG

Park Road

DT52BY

Weston Road

DT52LG

Shortlands

DT52DX

Underhedge Gardens

DT51JP

Weare Close

DT52FJ

Red Crane Walk

DT49XE

Portland Beach Road

DT51NG

St Johns Close

DT52NH

Cliff Way

DT52JX

Reap Lane

DT51DH

Grove Fields

DT51FR

Glacis

DT52NA

South Way

DT52BJ

Park Estate Road

DT52LB

Tobys Close

DT51EW

Harbour View Road

DT51FX

Fortuneswell

DT51EZ

Coronation Road

DT52DT

Sweet Hill Lane

DT51EY

Coronation Road

DT51GG

Portland

DT52AH

Barleycroft Road

DT51DG

Victoria Road

DT52BZ

Weston Road

DT51JB

Delhi Lane

DT52HN

Yeolands Road

DT51JX

St Pauls Road

DT52DH

Weston Street

DT51JR

Guernsey Street

DT51HL

New Church Close

DT52DZ

Mead Bower

DT51LA

Merton Terrace

DT52LA

Haylands

DT52AL

Reforne

DT52FL

May Bower Gardens

DT51DJ

Shepherds Croft

DT52BH

Grosvenor Road

DT51JY

St Martins Road

DT52EG

Southwell Road

DT51AU

Castle Road

DT52LX

Barlands Close

DT52JZ

Haylands

DT51LP

Fortuneswell

DT52AB

Bloomfield Terrace

DT52LJ

Furlands

DT52HU

Blacknor Road

DT52EE

Rip Croft

DT51GE

Mereside

DT52DE

Four Acres

DT52HG

Courtlands Road

DT52AR

Railway Cottages

DT51FJ

Pennsylvania Way

DT51NW

Greenhill Terrace

DT51JT

Silklake Mews

DT52EW

Wallsend Close

DT51DW

Grove Point

DT52LZ

Sandholes Close

DT51EP

Harbour View Road

DT52BD

Clarence Road

DT51BW

Easton Lane

DT51LL

Tillycombe Road

DT51FH

Officers Field

DT52FB

Thumb Lane

DT51LH

High Street

DT51DP

Grove Road

DT52BA

Clarence Road

DT51EH

Verne Common Road

DT52FF

South Way

DT52DB

Weston Road

DT52EB

Wheatlands

DT51HW

Wakeham

DT51EQ

Portland

DT52HS

Grangecroft Road

DT51DL

Grove Road

DT51HX

New Street

DT51AA

Sea View

DT52FD

Home Farm Close

DT52EQ

Church Lane

DT52FH

Kingbarrow Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.