BH11 8AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on South Kinson Drive, 0.4km from Kinson in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Kinson ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BH11 8AB is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £268k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BH11 8AB are sourced from Output Area E00077355 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH KINSON DRIVE, BH11 8AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH KINSON DRIVE, BH11 8AB.
288
37
£ 39,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH11 8AB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BH11 8AB has a significant social housing presence — 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH11 8AB. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 260,000
7 sales · Mean £ 251,707
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH11 8AB is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Elm Academy
The Bourne Academy
Kingsleigh Primary School
Heathlands Primary Academy
Christ The King Catholic Primary School
Kinson Academy
Oak Academy
LeAF Studio
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- GS Convenience1.0 km
- Biedronka0.9 km
- Hillside Stores0.4 km
- Kinson Convenience Store0.5 km
- Kinson News0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Acorn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- Spice of India0.9 km
- The Homestart Haven Group0.9 km
- Cafeteria Emi0.9 km
- Fresh 'N' Tasty0.9 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Arbuckles0.9 km
- Chips Ahoy0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Hong Kong City0.5 km
- Kinson Fish and Chips0.9 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Branksome3.9 km
- Bournemouth4.8 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Tedder Road0.3 km
- Brook Road0.3 km
- Brook Road0.3 km
- Moorside Road0.3 km
- Tedder Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH118AB · Data under Open Government Licence