Local information

• Weymouth is located approximately 40 km (25 miles) west of Poole, 130 km (60 miles) west of Southampton, and 306 km (128 miles) southwest of London, with excellent road connectivity. The A354, including the Weymouth Relief Road, upgraded in March 2011, connects Weymouth to Dorchester, which is 13 km (8 miles) to the north. The town also benefits from further road links, such as the A35, leading westward to Exeter (112 km / 70 miles) and eastward to Bournemouth (42 km / 26 miles).
• The urban area of Weymouth has a population of 52,323, according to the 2011 census. Of this population, 51.5% fall within the ABC1 social class groupings, which is in line with the national average of 51.1%. The unemployment rate in Weymouth is notably lower than the Great Britain average, with only 2.5% of residents claiming unemployment benefits compared to the national figure of 5.3%, highlighting the area’s relative affluence.
• Weymouth has long been a popular tourist destination, dating back to Victorian times due to its history as a port. The property in question is located on the Esplanade, a prominent location surrounded mainly by commercial units and hotels, enhancing its accessibility and visibility to both locals and tourists.