BH20 4QB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hardy Road, 1.0km from Worgret 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 4QB offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 59) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 94% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £715k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4QB are sourced from Output Area E00183065 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARDY ROAD, BH20 4QB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARDY ROAD, BH20 4QB.
272
59
£ 43,900 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH20 4QB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 94% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, BH20 4QB is established retirement territory. With £715k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH20 4QB. The average age is 59.1. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 464,000
5 sales · Mean £ 526,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH20 4QB has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Purbeck School
Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School
Stoborough Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- B. Curtis Ltd0.8 km
- Bare Necessities Dorset limited0.8 km
- Horseys Ltd0.9 km
- Purbeck Ford0.7 km
- Purbeck Wholefoods0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Frome Corner B&B0.1 km
- The Priory Hotel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Antelope Inn0.8 km
- Duke of Wellington0.9 km
- Horse & Groom0.8 km
- Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.9 km
- The Kings Arms0.9 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- All Stars Sports Bar0.4 km
- Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.9 km
- Garden Gate Tea Room0.9 km
- Harry's Cafe Bar0.8 km
- Kaff's Coffee Pot0.9 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- KW Chinese0.8 km
- Light Bites0.8 km
- Long Johns Fish and Chips0.8 km
- Lotus Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- The Chipperies0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wareham1.3 km
- Holton Heath4.5 km
- Wool7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Purbeck School Grounds0.4 km
- Middle School closed0.4 km
- Purbeck School & Leisure Centre0.4 km
- Purbeck School & Leisure Centre0.4 km
- Police Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BH204QB · Data under Open Government Licence