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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

DT51AB

Albert Villas

DT51BZ

West Grove Terrace

DT52AU

St Georges Estate Road

DT52HA

St Georges Estate Road

DT51HG

Straits

DT52XX

Tradecroft

DT51AR

Beach Cottages

DT51EG

The Verne

DT51HQ

New Street

DT52HW

Westcliff Road

DT49JZ

Portland Beach Road

DT52AD

Park Road

DT52DG

Weston Street

DT51DF

Augusta Close

DT51JW

Killicks Hill

DT51AD

Coastguard Road

DT52HT

Grangecroft Road

DT52DW

Reap Lane

DT52DJ

Avalanche Road

DT51EE

Rufus Way

DT52JW

Cheyne Close

DT51JG

Spring Gardens

DT52AY

Channel View Road

DT51JU

Hambro Road

DT51FE

Victory Road

DT52LH

Furlands

DT51NF

East Street

DT51FG

Sidon Mews

DT51LD

Belle Vue Terrace

DT51FA

Mulberry Avenue

DT51BT

Easton Street

DT52HY

Woolcombe Road

DT52BB

Park Estate Road

DT51SA

Hamm Beach Road

DT52EX

Pound Piece

DT52EP

Croft Road

DT51BA

Foylebank Way

DT51BY

Easton Square

DT51LU

Fortuneswell

DT52JD

Martinscroft Road

DT52JF

Bowers Road

DT52AX

St Georges Estate Road

DT52DU

Langley Close

DT52HX

Blacknor Road

DT51FP

Verne Common Road

DT52FA

Windmill Close

DT52HP

Westcliff Road

DT52DQ

Weston Street

DT51NE

Fortuneswell

DT52DF

Weston Street

DT52JP

Wide Street

DT52EY

Pound Piece

DT51JA

Church Ope Road

DT51AZ

Castle Road

DT51ED

Rufus Way

DT52LE

Greenways

DT51HZ

Church Ope Road

DT51HU

Cove Chalet Park

DT52BQ

Grosvenor Road

DT51NH

King Street

DT52NT

Southwell Business Park

DT52JA

Woolcombe Road

DT51DU

Lovells Croft

DT51JD

Broadcroft Gardens

DT52DY

Seven Acres

DT51FT

Mulberry Avenue

DT52DR

Sweet Hill Road

DT51HT

Pennsylvania Road

DT51PP

Castle Road

DT51DA

Grove Road

DT52EU

Longstone Close

DT52BL

Park Estate Road

DT51EX

East Weare Road

DT51GB

Lerret Road

DT52HE

Courtlands Road

DT52JE

Barleycroft Road

DT51AG

Osborne Terrace

DT51JH

High Street

DT52AQ

Grangecroft Road

DT51ET

East Weare Road

DT52JR

Portland

DT52JB

Blindmere Road

DT51BE

Fleet Court

DT52LF

Greenways

DT52HZ

Woolcombe Road

DT59AL

Tradecroft

DT52AA

Victoria Place

DT52AG

Grangecroft Road

DT52DS

Sweet Hill Road

DT52HR

Grangecroft Road

DT52LT

Alm Place

DT52HD

Courtlands Road

DT51AQ

Albion Crescent

DT51FF

Pennsylvania Road

DT52NP

Compass Terrace

DT51DY

Ladymead Close

DT51BG

Portland

DT51AT

Higher Lane

DT52ED

Bown Hill

DT52ES

Freshwater Close

Data Sources

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