Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

WEST HOWE CLOSE, BH11 8AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST HOWE CLOSE, BH11 8AE.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BH11 8AE 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.

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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

BH11 8AE has a significant social housing presence — 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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BH11 8AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on West Howe Close, 0.3km from Kinson in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Kinson ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BH11 8AE 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. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £307k. 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 8AE are sourced from Output Area E00077355 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH11 8AE. 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

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

5 sales · Mean £ 242,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around BH11 8AE is moderate at 53 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.

Violence and sexual offences102
Anti-social behaviour56
Criminal damage and arson25
Other theft14
Public order14

school Local Schools

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Elm Academy

Outstanding452 pupils0.2 km
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Christ The King Catholic Primary School

Good367 pupils0.5 km
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Heathlands Primary Academy

Good181 pupils0.6 km
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Oak Academy

Requires Improvement454 pupils0.7 km
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Kinson Academy

Good212 pupils0.8 km
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LeAF Studio

Good447 pupils0.8 km
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The Bourne Academy

Good958 pupils0.9 km
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Kingsleigh Primary School

Good852 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Leaf Studio School0.9 km
  • Cafeteria Emi0.8 km
  • Fresh 'N' Tasty1.0 km
  • Grill Shack & Tiki Bar1.0 km
  • Parma Pizza1.0 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Fisherlicious0.7 km
  • Coriander Indian takeaway0.9 km
  • FOODAHOLICS0.7 km
  • Good Fortune Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Kinson Kebabs and Pizza1.0 km
  • + 8 more
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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
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Acorn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Branksome4.0 km
  • Bournemouth5.1 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Mayfair Gardens0.1 km
  • Poole Lane0.1 km
  • Poole Lane0.1 km
  • Mayfair Gardens0.1 km
  • Rochester Road0.2 km