Weston, Dorset · DT5

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DT5 (Portland) in a nutshell

DT5 covers Portland, in Dorset. Give your full postcode when you ask for quotes, so the pro can confirm they cover your street.

Local tips for DT5

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Dorset council area

DT5 is in Dorset's area. Some councils run their own landlord licensing, so it's worth checking theirs.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) local authority
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Plenty of flats and terraces

Plenty of flats and terraces in Weston, Dorset, so book early before your tenancy starts.

Where's this from?ONS Census 2021, Weston, Dorset: 13.7% flats + 55.9% terraced
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England landlord rules: quick version

  • Every 5 years: an electrical inspection and test by a qualified person.
  • Within 28 days: give your tenants a copy of the report.
  • If asked: send it to the council within 7 days.

Always double-check on GOV.UK.

Next door to DT5

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Frequently asked questions

Which areas does DT5 cover?

DT5 (Portland) includes the wards of Portland (ONS Postcode Directory via postcodes.io).

Which postcode districts are next to DT5?

Neighbouring districts include DT4 (Weymouth), DT3 (Weymouth), DT1 (Dorchester), DT2 (Dorchester), BH20 (Wareham) (ONS Postcode Directory via Doogal). A pro covering DT5 may well cover these too, so it's worth asking.

How many homes are in DT5?

About 5,175 households and 12,844 residents at the 2011 Census, across 314 active postcodes (Doogal / ONS Postcode Directory).

Which council area is DT5 in?

DT5 sits in Dorset (postcodes.io). Parliamentary constituency: South Dorset.

📊 The numbers behind this page
Postcode district
DT5 1
Areas covered
Portland 2
Active postcodes
314 3
Households (2011 Census, via Doogal)
5,175 2
Population (2011 Census, via Doogal)
12,844 2
Electoral wards
Portland 4
Parliamentary constituencies
South Dorset 4
Local authority
Dorset 4
Households privately renting (Weston, Dorset built-up area)
19.0% 5
  1. ONS Postcode Directory
  2. Doogal
  3. Doogal / ONSPD
  4. postcodes.io
  5. ONS Census 2021

Made with open data. See where it all comes from. Updated 26 October 2026.