BH20 4PG is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Wareham in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BH20 4PG 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. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4PG are sourced from Output Area E00103861 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BH20 4PG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH20 4PG.
249
48
£ 43,900 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH20 4PG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
BH20 4PG has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH20 4PG. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH20 4PG has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. 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
Stoborough Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- B. Curtis Ltd0.4 km
- Bare Necessities Dorset limited0.5 km
- Carey Road Convenience Store0.7 km
- Horseys Ltd0.4 km
- Purbeck Wholefoods0.4 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Frome Corner B&B0.6 km
- The Priory Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Antelope Inn0.4 km
- Duke of Wellington0.5 km
- Horse & Groom0.6 km
- Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.3 km
- The Kings Arms0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- All Stars Sports Bar0.3 km
- Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.4 km
- Garden Gate Tea Room0.4 km
- Harry's Cafe Bar0.5 km
- Kaff's Coffee Pot0.5 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- KW Chinese0.5 km
- Light Bites0.4 km
- Long Johns Fish and Chips0.4 km
- Lotus Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- The Chipperies0.5 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wareham0.6 km
- Holton Heath3.8 km
- Wool7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Lady St Mary's School0.0 km
- Police Station0.3 km
- Police Station0.3 km
- Middle School closed0.3 km
- Dollins Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BH204PG · Data under Open Government Licence