Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

NORTHPORT DRIVE, BH20 4DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHPORT DRIVE, BH20 4DP.

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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 4DP 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 4DP 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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

BH20 4DP is 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 accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4DP 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 4DP. 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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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 244,000

2 sales · Mean £ 244,000

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

BH20 4DP has low crime rates — 24 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 behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson6
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Sandford St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good381 pupils1.1 km
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Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School

Good183 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Carey Road Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Horseys Ltd0.9 km
  • Sandford Road Convenience Store0.8 km
  • The Italian Bakery0.9 km
  • SPAR (Gillettes) Wareham0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • B&B0.2 km
  • Spurwing Guest House0.2 km
  • Twiga House0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.9 km
  • The Kings Arms0.9 km
  • The Sandford Pub and Dorset Catering Services0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.2 km
  • Bradfords0.1 km
  • Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.9 km
  • Monsoon0.5 km
  • Pandada1.0 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wareham0.6 km
  • Holton Heath2.8 km
  • Hamworthy7.2 km

Bus Stops

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