BH20 4BA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Carey Road, 0.5km from Northport in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
For families considering a move, BH20 4BA represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4BA are sourced from Output Area E00103860 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAREY ROAD, BH20 4BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAREY ROAD, BH20 4BA.
275
50
£ 43,900 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH20 4BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BH20 4BA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 75% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH20 4BA. The average age is 49.9. 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
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH20 4BA has low crime rates — 16 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Carey Road Convenience Store0.1 km
- Horseys Ltd0.8 km
- Purbeck Wholefoods0.9 km
- The Italian Bakery0.8 km
- One Stop (Farwells)1.0 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- B&B0.7 km
- Spurwing Guest House0.5 km
- Twiga House0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.6 km
- The Kings Arms0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.5 km
- Bradfords0.6 km
- Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.8 km
- Garden Gate Tea Room1.0 km
- Monsoon0.3 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op Stores Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wareham0.3 km
- Holton Heath3.4 km
- Wool7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Johns Road0.1 km
- Bere Road0.1 km
- Carey Road0.1 km
- Bere Road0.1 km
- Northmoor Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH204BA · Data under Open Government Licence