Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

VERNEY CLOSE, BH11 8DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VERNEY CLOSE, BH11 8DD.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 37,100 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH11 8DD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 42, BH11 8DD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £258k. 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 8DD are sourced from Output Area E00077408 (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 8DD. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 290,000

6 sales · Mean £ 280,555

Flat

£ 93,050

2 sales · Mean £ 93,050

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

Crime around BH11 8DD is moderate at 60 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 offences122
Anti-social behaviour71
Shoplifting37
Criminal damage and arson29
Vehicle crime21

school Local Schools

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Heathlands Primary Academy

Good181 pupils0.5 km
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The Bourne Academy

Good958 pupils0.5 km
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Kingsleigh Primary School

Good852 pupils0.6 km
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Elm Academy

Outstanding452 pupils0.8 km
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Oak Academy

Requires Improvement454 pupils1.1 km
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St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Good419 pupils1.2 km
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Talbot Primary School

Good595 pupils1.3 km
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Langside School

Good26 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Wallisdown Conservative Club0.8 km
  • Talbot Rise Club0.5 km
  • Wallisdown Liberal Club0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Hillside Stores0.7 km
  • Kinson Convenience Store0.5 km
  • MFG East Howe Esso0.7 km
  • Peter's News0.5 km
  • Smith's News0.7 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • The Piers0.9 km
  • Like Mum Makes0.4 km
  • Santa Cruz0.4 km
  • West Howe Community Enterprises0.3 km
  • West Howe Community Enterprises0.5 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Chips Ahoy0.7 km
  • Hong Kong City0.7 km
  • FOODAHOLICS0.7 km
  • Marmaris Grill & Pizza House0.4 km
  • Taste of Bengal0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Branksome3.2 km
  • Bournemouth4.4 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Verney Road0.2 km
  • Verney Road0.2 km
  • Fernheath Road0.3 km
  • Cunningham Crescent0.3 km
  • Fernheath Road0.3 km