Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

CRESCENT ROAD, BH21 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRESCENT ROAD, BH21 1BJ.

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

228

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Avg Age

49

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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: BH21 1BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

BH21 1BJ is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 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 1BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Crescent Road, 0.2km from St. John's in Wimborne Minster. Administratively it sits within Wimborne Minster ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH21, BH21 1BJ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 72% 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 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £322k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH21 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00103509 (shared with 6 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 1BJ. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 290,000

4 sales · Mean £ 310,000

Semi-Detached

£ 290,000

3 sales · Mean £ 289,466

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

BH21 1BJ has low crime rates — 49 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 offences64
Anti-social behaviour53
Shoplifting22
Criminal damage and arson17
Other theft11

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne

Good153 pupils0.4 km
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Allenbourn Middle School

Outstanding582 pupils0.8 km
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Wimborne First School and Nursery

Good312 pupils1.3 km
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Merley First School

Outstanding302 pupils1.3 km
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Beaucroft Foundation School

Outstanding168 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Wessex Retail Ltd0.6 km
  • Wimborne Food Bank0.7 km
  • BP Minster0.3 km
  • Chocobake Ltd0.3 km
  • Co Op0.4 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Wimborne Rugby Football Club0.6 km
  • Beaucroft Enterprise Cafe (RAFA)0.1 km
  • Coach and Horses0.2 km
  • Oddfellows Arms0.6 km
  • RAF ASSOCIATION CLUB0.1 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Ashton Lodge1.0 km
  • Florence House0.3 km
  • WIMBORNE LODGE B&B0.1 km
  • GORDON HOUSE - BED & BREAKFAST0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Indian Nights0.2 km
  • The Sunday Lunch Club0.2 km
  • Cafe @ The Allendale0.5 km
  • Cloisters0.4 km
  • Cross Fire Cooking0.3 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Best Pizza & Kebab0.2 km
  • Krua Thai Catering0.2 km
  • Long John's Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • Mango & Sorrel0.5 km
  • Short and Sweet Company0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy8.3 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)8.5 km
  • Poole8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • The Coach and Horses0.2 km
  • The Coach and Horses0.2 km
  • The Quarter Jack Surgery0.2 km
  • The Quarter Jack Surgery0.2 km
  • St John's Hill0.2 km