Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

OAKHURST ROAD, BH22 0DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKHURST ROAD, BH22 0DR.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

BH22 0DR is a settled retirement community — average age 61, 94% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. 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 0DR is a sought-after residential area on Oakhurst Road, 0.8km 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 0DR offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 94% 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: Average house prices are around £312k. 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 BH22 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00103498 (shared with 9 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 0DR. The average age is 60.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 280,000

1 sales · Mean £ 280,000

Terraced

£ 331,000

2 sales · Mean £ 331,000

Detached

£ 450,000

1 sales · Mean £ 450,000

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

BH22 0DR has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson6
Violence and sexual offences5
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Oakhurst Community First School

Good173 pupils0.4 km
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West Moors Middle School

Good215 pupils0.6 km
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West Moors, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School

Good176 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • S & B's Mart Ltd (payless)0.9 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Webbs - Butcher0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Elephant & Castle0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Buds & Beans Florist Cafe0.8 km
  • The Coffee Lounge0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • SPAR0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Forest Kebab0.8 km
  • Oriental Express0.8 km
  • Seafoods Fish and Chips0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bournemouth10.9 km
  • Pokesdown11.1 km
  • Branksome11.2 km