BH11 8AD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on South Kinson Drive, 0.3km from Kinson in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Kinson ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BH11 8AD 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. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £280k, down 8.2% year-on-year. 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 8AD 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 8AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH KINSON DRIVE, BH11 8AD.
288
37
£ 39,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH11 8AD 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
With 52% social renting, BH11 8AD is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 8.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH11 8AD. 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
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 242,000
19 sales · Mean £ 244,655
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH11 8AD is moderate at 50 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
Heathlands Primary Academy
Christ The King Catholic Primary School
Oak Academy
Kinson Academy
The Bourne Academy
LeAF Studio
Kingsleigh Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Leaf Studio School1.0 km
- The Homestart Haven Group1.0 km
- Cafeteria Emi0.9 km
- Fresh 'N' Tasty1.0 km
- Grill Shack & Tiki Bar1.0 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Fisherlicious0.8 km
- Arbuckles1.0 km
- Chips Ahoy0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Hong Kong City0.8 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Biedronka1.0 km
- Hillside Stores0.7 km
- Kinson Convenience Store0.8 km
- Kinson News0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Acorn0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Branksome3.9 km
- Bournemouth5.0 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)5.2 km
Bus Stops
- St Philips Church0.1 km
- Rochester Road0.2 km
- Poole Lane0.2 km
- Mayfair Gardens0.2 km
- Poole Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH118AD · Data under Open Government Licence