Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

DRAX AVENUE, BH20 4DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRAX AVENUE, BH20 4DJ.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 43,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BH20 4DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

BH20 4DJ is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 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.

home £273,409 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH20 4DJ is a safe, established residential area on Drax Avenue, 0.3km from Northport in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

Day-to-day life in BH20 4DJ has the character of 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. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £273k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4DJ are sourced from Output Area E00103856 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH20 4DJ. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 245,000

17 sales · Mean £ 247,661

Semi-Detached

£ 267,500

1 sales · Mean £ 267,500

Detached

£ 400,000

1 sales · Mean £ 400,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BH20 4DJ has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson7
Violence and sexual offences7
Public order3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School

Good183 pupils1.1 km
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Sandford St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good381 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Carey Road Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Horseys Ltd0.9 km
  • Purbeck Wholefoods1.0 km
  • Sandford Road Convenience Store0.9 km
  • The Italian Bakery0.9 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • B&B0.3 km
  • Spurwing Guest House0.1 km
  • Twiga House0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.8 km
  • The Kings Arms0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.1 km
  • Bradfords0.1 km
  • Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.9 km
  • Monsoon0.4 km
  • Pandada0.9 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wareham0.5 km
  • Holton Heath2.9 km
  • Hamworthy7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Drax Avenue0.1 km
  • Bere Road0.1 km
  • Sherford Drive0.2 km
  • Sherford Drive0.2 km
  • Wareham Golf Club0.3 km