BH16 5BX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Allens Road, 0.8km from Hamworthy Junction in Upton (Dorset). Administratively it sits within Hamworthy ward and the Poole constituency.
For families considering a move, BH16 5BX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k, down 2.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH16 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00078001 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALLENS ROAD, BH16 5BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALLENS ROAD, BH16 5BX.
294
45
£ 44,600 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH16 5BX represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BH16 5BX spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 2.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH16 5BX. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
9 sales · Mean £ 294,790
Detached
£ 317,500
16 sales · Mean £ 326,403
Flat
£ 169,125
6 sales · Mean £ 168,541
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH16 5BX has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bayside Academy
Upton Infant School
Upton Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Premier Local Convenience Store0.2 km
- Travis Perkins0.2 km
- Upton House Kiosk0.8 km
- Becky Bakes Cakes0.8 km
- Spar0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Tea Rooms0.8 km
- Bayside Academy0.7 km
- Upton Cafe0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Abid Spice0.2 km
- Bitesize Sisters0.2 km
- Subway0.2 km
- Dina Zone0.8 km
- Pizza Royal0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamworthy0.7 km
- Poole3.0 km
- Holton Heath4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Sandy Lane0.1 km
- Sandy Lane0.2 km
- Old Bound Road0.2 km
- Willow Close0.2 km
- Hamworthy Recreation Ground0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH165BX · Data under Open Government Licence