BH22 0DG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Elmhurst Road, 1.0km from West Moors 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 0DG offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 97% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £521k, down 36.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH22 0DG are sourced from Output Area E00103478 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELMHURST ROAD, BH22 0DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMHURST ROAD, BH22 0DG.
232
57
£ 45,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
BH22 0DG is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 97% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £521k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 36.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH22 0DG. The average age is 56.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 520,000
10 sales · Mean £ 507,550
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH22 0DG has low crime rates — 7 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.
school Local Schools
Oakhurst Community First School
West Moors Middle School
West Moors, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Elephant & Castle0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Buds & Beans Florist Cafe1.0 km
- The Coffee Lounge1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- SPAR1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Seafoods Fish and Chips0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bournemouth10.8 km
- Pokesdown11.0 km
- Branksome11.2 km
Bus Stops
- Middle School0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BH220DG · Data under Open Government Licence