BH20 4BZ is a safe, established residential area on Mistover Road, 0.7km from Northport in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4BZ are sourced from Output Area E00103854 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MISTOVER ROAD, BH20 4BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MISTOVER ROAD, BH20 4BZ.
324
46
£ 43,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH20 4BZ 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.
Area Character
BH20 4BZ is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 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 4BZ. The average age is 46.0. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH20 4BZ has low crime rates — 12 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
4 nearby- Carey Road Convenience Store0.2 km
- Horseys Ltd1.0 km
- The Italian Bakery1.0 km
- SPAR (Gillettes) Wareham0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- B&B0.9 km
- Spurwing Guest House0.7 km
- Twiga House0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.8 km
- The Kings Arms1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.7 km
- Bradfords0.8 km
- Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine1.0 km
- Monsoon0.5 km
- Wareham & Sandford Pizza & Burgers0.3 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wareham0.5 km
- Holton Heath3.6 km
- Wool7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Mistover Road0.1 km
- Egdon Road0.1 km
- Carey Road0.1 km
- Westminster Road0.1 km
- Northmoor Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH204BZ · Data under Open Government Licence