BH17 0GB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Benson Road, 0.5km from Nuffield in Poole. Administratively it sits within Canford Heath ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
For families considering a move, BH17 0GB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH17 0GB are sourced from Output Area E00077937 (shared with 153 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BENSON ROAD, BH17 0GB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BENSON ROAD, BH17 0GB.
340
48
£ 48,400 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH17 0GB 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 48, BH17 0GB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH17 0GB. The average age is 48.5. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH17 0GB has low crime rates — 15 incidents 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
Canford Heath Infant School
Canford Heath Junior School
Longspee Academy
Stanley Green Infant Academy
St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole
Parkstone Grammar School
Haymoor Junior School
Oakdale Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Boots0.9 km
- Canford Heath Community Centre Fridge0.9 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- B&Q Poole0.9 km
- Honey Boom Bakery0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Canford Heath Residents & Comm0.9 km
- The Pilot0.9 km
- Oakdale Conservative Club0.3 km
- Toby Carvery0.6 km
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Co-op0.5 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Insanity Retro Gaming0.1 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Marnhull Community Café0.3 km
- Dolphin Indoor Bowls Club0.8 km
- Happyccino at the Hub0.2 km
- Starbucks0.6 km
- Subway0.8 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- American Fried Chicken0.8 km
- Long Johns Fish and Chips0.7 km
- Parvez Tandoori0.5 km
- Willys Hubbs Kitchen0.9 km
- Wongs Dragon0.5 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Acorns Guest House0.6 km
- Travelodge Poole North0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poole2.4 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)2.7 km
- Hamworthy3.3 km
Bus Stops
- St Georges Church0.3 km
- St Georges Church0.3 km
- Johnston Road Top0.4 km
- Johnston Road Top0.4 km
- Gibson Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BH170GB · Data under Open Government Licence