Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

CRANFIELD AVENUE, BH21 1DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRANFIELD AVENUE, BH21 1DE.

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Population

204

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 55,700 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH21 1DE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH21 1DE combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£865k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

BH21 1DE is a sought-after residential area on Cranfield Avenue, 0.4km 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 1DE offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 88% 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 £865k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BH21 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00103275 (shared with 7 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 1DE. The average age is 51.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 865,000

1 sales · Mean £ 865,000

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

BH21 1DE has low crime rates — 22 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 offences32
Anti-social behaviour28
Shoplifting10
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne

Good153 pupils0.1 km
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Allenbourn Middle School

Outstanding582 pupils0.8 km
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Beaucroft Foundation School

Outstanding168 pupils0.9 km
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Wimborne First School and Nursery

Good312 pupils1.0 km
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St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill

Good598 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Wessex Retail Ltd0.5 km
  • Wimborne Food Bank0.7 km
  • Cambridge Weight Plan1.0 km
  • Chocobake Ltd0.6 km
  • Co Op0.6 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Wimborne Rugby Football Club0.5 km
  • BUTCHERS DOG0.7 km
  • Ten Bottles Tapas & Wine Bar0.8 km
  • The Dancing Moose0.7 km
  • The Kings Head Hotel0.8 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Corn Exchange0.8 km
  • Cafe Aroma0.8 km
  • CLaRC0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Deans Court Cafe0.8 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • GORDON HOUSE - BED & BREAKFAST0.8 km
  • WIMBORNE LODGE B&B0.4 km
  • Florence House0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Short and Sweet Company0.7 km
  • Mango & Sorrel0.8 km
  • Best Pizza & Kebab0.6 km
  • Krua Thai Catering0.5 km
  • Long John's Fish & Chips0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy8.8 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)8.8 km
  • Branksome9.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Oakdene Close0.1 km
  • Oakdene Close0.1 km
  • Royston Drive0.1 km
  • Top of St. John's Hill0.1 km
  • Top of St. John's Hill0.1 km