Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

MERLEY LANE, BH21 3AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERLEY LANE, BH21 3AZ.

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

394

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 57,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH21 3AZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BH21 3AZ's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £264k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 23.8% year-on-year.

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

BH21 3AZ is a sought-after residential area on Merley Lane, 0.8km from Merley in Merley. Administratively it sits within Bearwood & Merley ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH21, BH21 3AZ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £264k, up 23.8% year-on-year. 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 3AZ are sourced from Output Area E00078018 (shared with 5 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 3AZ. The average age is 38.3. 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 / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 263,000

5 sales · Mean £ 255,200

Flat

£ 211,000

5 sales · Mean £ 205,000

Semi-Detached

£ 235,000

1 sales · Mean £ 235,000

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

BH21 3AZ 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 offences19
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order3
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Merley First School

Outstanding302 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Merley Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Nisa Local0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Shan Hai Chinese Takeway0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Hamworthy Club0.7 km
  • Willett Arms0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Parkstone (Dorset)6.8 km
  • Branksome7.0 km
  • Poole7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Selkirk Close0.1 km
  • Cockerell Close0.1 km
  • Cockerell Close0.2 km
  • Selkirk Close0.2 km
  • Lynwood Drive East0.3 km