Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BH22 0AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH22 0AE.

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

282

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /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: BH22 0AE 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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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

BH22 0AE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BH22 0AE is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from St. Leonards Common in West Moors. Administratively it sits within West Moors & Three Legged Cross ward and the Christchurch constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH22, BH22 0AE offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 76% 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BH22 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00103492 (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 BH22 0AE. The average age is 54.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

28%Active
FT: 19%
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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BH22 0AE has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour21
Violence and sexual offences13
Shoplifting7
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order4

school Local Schools

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West Moors Middle School

Good215 pupils0.9 km
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Oakhurst Community First School

Good173 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • McColls0.6 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.3 km
  • TURBARY WINE0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Dancing Rooster0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Karsberg's Gelato0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • LIDL0.1 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Jade Peking0.3 km
  • Karsberg Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • Pizzarella0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bournemouth9.5 km
  • Pokesdown9.7 km
  • Branksome10.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Pinehurst Road0.1 km
  • Sainsburys0.3 km
  • Shopping Centre0.3 km
  • Shopping Centre0.3 km
  • Sainsburys0.4 km