BH11 8BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Draper Road, 0.5km from Kinson in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Kinson ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BH11 8BD 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 40 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. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £400k. 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 8BD are sourced from Output Area E00077388 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DRAPER ROAD, BH11 8BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRAPER ROAD, BH11 8BD.
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£ 37,100 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH11 8BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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 8BD is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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 8BD. The average age is 39.7. 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
Detached
£ 327,500
2 sales · Mean £ 327,500
Semi-Detached
£ 209,500
1 sales · Mean £ 209,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH11 8BD is moderate at 51 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
Oak Academy
LeAF Studio
Christ The King Catholic Primary School
The Bourne Academy
Kinson Academy
Kingsleigh Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Gen Wah Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Rolled Up1.0 km
- FOODAHOLICS0.9 km
- Good Fortune Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Pizza Delight1.0 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Morrisons Daily1.0 km
- T K Maxx1.0 km
- Hillside Stores0.9 km
- Kinson Convenience Store0.9 km
- MFG East Howe Esso0.9 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Shoulder of Mutton0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- West Howe Community Enterprises0.4 km
- West Howe Community Enterprises0.3 km
- Cafe 250.9 km
- Leaf Studio School0.8 km
- Cornerstone Church0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Branksome3.8 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)4.9 km
- Bournemouth5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Travellers Lane0.0 km
- Travellers Lane0.1 km
- April Close0.1 km
- April Close0.1 km
- Mandale Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BH118BD · Data under Open Government Licence