BH17 0RJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Nuffield in Poole. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Canford Heath ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
Within the BH17 district, this postcode is characterised by 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.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH17 0RJ are sourced from Output Area E00077937 (shared with 153 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BH17 0RJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH17 0RJ.
340
48
£ 48,400 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH17 0RJ 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 0RJ 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 0RJ. 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 0RJ has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Canford Heath Infant School
Longspee Academy
Canford Heath Junior School
Parkstone Grammar School
Haymoor Junior School
Stanley Green Infant Academy
Magna Academy
Montacute School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Boots0.9 km
- Canford Heath Community Centre Fridge0.9 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Bournemouth & Poole Mobile Market Ltd0.3 km
- Chilfrome Delicatessen0.7 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Canford Heath Residents & Comm0.9 km
- The Pilot0.9 km
- Toby Carvery0.8 km
- Oakdale Conservative Club0.7 km
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Insanity Retro Gaming0.2 km
- Lidl0.5 km
- Wah Hing Chinese Supermarket0.2 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge Poole North0.6 km
- Acorns Guest House1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Burger King0.7 km
- David Lloyd Club1.0 km
- Eurest c/o Royal Mail Staff Canteen0.5 km
- Honeywell Analytics0.2 km
- Marshall Truck and Van Poole1.0 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Adastral Fish and Chips0.9 km
- Chopstick House0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Greggs0.1 km
- Only Food & Sauces0.3 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poole2.7 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)2.9 km
- Hamworthy3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Hatch Pond Road0.2 km
- Cowley Road0.2 km
- Witney Road0.4 km
- Gibson Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BH170RJ · Data under Open Government Licence