Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

ST CATHERINES, BH21 1BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST CATHERINES, BH21 1BG.

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Population

341

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

BH21 1BG is an established family neighbourhood — 67% 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

BH21 1BG is a safe, established residential area on St Catherines, 0.2km from St. John's in Wimborne Minster. Administratively it sits within Wimborne Minster ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. 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. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH21 1BG are sourced from Output Area E00103515 (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 BH21 1BG. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 292,000

5 sales · Mean £ 285,800

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

BH21 1BG has low crime rates — 46 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 offences68
Anti-social behaviour59
Shoplifting16
Criminal damage and arson15
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne

Good153 pupils0.5 km
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Allenbourn Middle School

Outstanding582 pupils0.9 km
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Merley First School

Outstanding302 pupils1.2 km
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Wimborne First School and Nursery

Good312 pupils1.4 km
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Beaucroft Foundation School

Outstanding168 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Wessex Retail Ltd0.6 km
  • Wimborne Food Bank0.7 km
  • BP Minster0.4 km
  • Chocobake Ltd0.4 km
  • Co Op0.6 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

19 nearby
  • Wimborne Rugby Football Club0.6 km
  • Willett Arms1.0 km
  • Beaucroft Enterprise Cafe (RAFA)0.2 km
  • Coach and Horses0.1 km
  • Oddfellows Arms0.7 km
  • + 14 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Ashton Lodge0.8 km
  • Florence House0.2 km
  • WIMBORNE LODGE B&B0.3 km
  • GORDON HOUSE - BED & BREAKFAST0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Indian Nights0.3 km
  • The Sunday Lunch Club0.1 km
  • Cafe @ The Allendale0.6 km
  • Cloisters0.5 km
  • Cross Fire Cooking0.2 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Best Pizza & Kebab0.3 km
  • Krua Thai Catering0.3 km
  • Long John's Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • Mango & Sorrel0.6 km
  • Short and Sweet Company0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy8.2 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)8.4 km
  • Poole8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Coach and Horses0.1 km
  • The Coach and Horses0.1 km
  • Wimborne Market0.2 km
  • Wimborne Market0.2 km
  • Station Road0.2 km