Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BH22 0BS House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

186

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Average age 61, 90% owned. BH22 0BS 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

BH22 0BS is a sought-after residential area located 0.7km from Trickett's Cross in West Moors. Administratively it sits within West Moors & Three Legged Cross ward and the Christchurch constituency.

For serious buyers, BH22 0BS is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. An established, mature community with an average age of 61 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 90% 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BH22 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00103493 (shared with 10 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 0BS. The average age is 60.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 3%
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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)

BH22 0BS has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour6
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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West Moors Middle School

Good215 pupils0.5 km
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Oakhurst Community First School

Good173 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • McColls0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.4 km
  • TURBARY WINE0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Dancing Rooster0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Karsberg's Gelato0.9 km
  • Tremains Tea Hut0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • LIDL0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Jade Peking0.5 km
  • Karsberg Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Pizzarella0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bournemouth10.0 km
  • Pokesdown10.2 km
  • Branksome10.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Abbey Road0.3 km
  • Abbey Road0.3 km
  • Elmhurst Road0.3 km
  • Elmhurst Road0.3 km
  • Middle School0.4 km