Is BH20 4EH a safe place to live?

Yes, BH20 4EH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 10 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BH20 4EH?

The average property price in BH20 4EH is currently around £375k.

What is the population of BH20 4EH?

The population for the BH20 4EH area is approximately 333 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

NORTHMOOR WAY, BH20 4EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHMOOR WAY, BH20 4EH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

333

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,900 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10

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6/10

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2/10

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3/10

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3/10

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4/10

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6/10

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8/10

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10/10

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Area Character

BH20 4EH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £375k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 11.9% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH20 4EH is a safe, established residential area on Northmoor Way, 0.8km from Northport Heath in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH20, BH20 4EH offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k, up 11.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4EH are sourced from Output Area E00103872 (shared with 9 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 4EH. 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 / British96.4%

Asian / British Asian1.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 330,000

5 sales · Mean £ 328,000

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

BH20 4EH has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences12

Anti-social behaviour5

Criminal damage and arson5

Other theft2

Public order1

school Local Schools

Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School

Good183 pupils1.2 km

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

Good381 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Carey Road Convenience Store0.5 km
SPAR (Gillettes) Wareham0.5 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby

B&B0.8 km
Spurwing Guest House0.7 km
Twiga House0.7 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby

Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.7 km
Bradfords0.8 km
Monsoon0.8 km
Wareham & Sandford Pizza & Burgers0.6 km
Wareham Golf Club0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wareham0.7 km
Holton Heath3.4 km
Wool7.3 km

Bus Stops

Middlebere Drive0.1 km
Burns Road0.2 km
Northmoor Way0.3 km
Egdon Road0.3 km
Northmoor Way0.3 km