BH20 4AW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.6km from Wareham in Wareham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
This is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4AW are sourced from Output Area E00103862 (shared with 34 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BH20 4AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH20 4AW.
269
51
£ 43,900 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BH20 4AW is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH20 4AW. The average age is 51.1. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH20 4AW has low crime rates — 38 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
Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School
The Purbeck School
Stoborough Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- B. Curtis Ltd0.1 km
- Bare Necessities Dorset limited0.1 km
- Carey Road Convenience Store1.0 km
- Horseys Ltd0.1 km
- Purbeck Ford1.0 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Frome Corner B&B0.8 km
- The Priory Hotel0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Antelope Inn0.1 km
- Duke of Wellington0.1 km
- Horse & Groom0.2 km
- Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.3 km
- The Kings Arms0.1 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- All Stars Sports Bar0.6 km
- Bradfords0.9 km
- Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.1 km
- Garden Gate Tea Room0.0 km
- Harry's Cafe Bar0.2 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op Stores Ltd0.0 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- KW Chinese0.2 km
- Light Bites0.1 km
- Long Johns Fish and Chips0.1 km
- Lotus Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
- The Chipperies0.2 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wareham0.7 km
- Holton Heath3.6 km
- Hamworthy7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.0 km
- Red Lion0.0 km
- Dollins Lane0.2 km
- Seymour Place0.2 km
- South Bridge0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH204AW · Data under Open Government Licence