Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

LACY CLOSE, BH21 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LACY CLOSE, BH21 1DL.

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Population

158

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

28%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH21 1DL 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. 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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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Average age 57, 96% owned. BH21 1DL is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

BH21 1DL is a sought-after residential area on Lacy Close, 0.4km from Walford in Wimborne Minster. Administratively it sits within Wimborne Minster ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

For serious buyers, BH21 1DL is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 96% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00103502 (shared with 3 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 1DL. The average age is 56.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

28%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

BH21 1DL has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences12
Shoplifting9
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft3
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Wimborne First School and Nursery

Good312 pupils0.3 km
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Allenbourn Middle School

Outstanding582 pupils0.6 km
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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne

Good153 pupils0.6 km
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Beaucroft Foundation School

Outstanding168 pupils0.7 km
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St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill

Good598 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • The Horns Inn0.6 km
  • BUTCHERS DOG0.9 km
  • Ten Bottles Tapas & Wine Bar0.9 km
  • The Dancing Moose0.9 km
  • The Kings Head Hotel0.9 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Corn Exchange0.9 km
  • Cafe Aroma0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Le Petit Prince0.9 km
  • Levantine0.9 km
  • + 11 more
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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Cambridge Weight Plan0.6 km
  • Chocobake Ltd0.9 km
  • Co Op0.8 km
  • Farehouse Trading Co.0.8 km
  • GRAPE TREE0.8 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • GORDON HOUSE - BED & BREAKFAST0.7 km
  • WIMBORNE LODGE B&B0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Short and Sweet Company0.8 km
  • Mango & Sorrel0.9 km
  • Best Pizza & Kebab0.9 km
  • Krua Thai Catering0.9 km
  • Long John's Fish & Chips0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy9.3 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)9.4 km
  • Branksome9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Lacy Drive0.2 km
  • Lacy Drive0.2 km
  • Onslow Gardens0.3 km
  • Onslow Gardens0.3 km
  • Tower Lane0.5 km