BH23 1AZ is a mixed residential area located 0.4km from Millhams in Christchurch (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Christchurch Town ward and the Christchurch constituency.
This is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for BH23 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00103177 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BH23 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH23 1AZ.
215
54
£ 44,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH23 1AZ 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.
Area Character
BH23 1AZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 58% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (54) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH23 1AZ. The average age is 54.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH23 1AZ is moderate at 65 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Priory Church of England Primary School
Twynham School
Mudeford Community Infants' School
Christchurch Learning Centre
Mudeford Junior School
Somerford Primary School
The Grange School
Christchurch Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Bargates News1.0 km
- Londis0.9 km
- Nisa Local0.7 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.7 km
- Stanpit Wine Merchants0.7 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
44 nearby- Hot Bowl Cafe & Bistro0.9 km
- Standard Bengal Restaurant1.0 km
- Kashmir Restaurant0.8 km
- Masala Bay0.2 km
- Tastee0.6 km
- + 39 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Bargates Fish & Chips1.0 km
- Blues1.0 km
- Don Ninno1.0 km
- British Chippy0.7 km
- Fernandos0.7 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- La Mamma0.2 km
- NADSS Club0.1 km
- The Rising Sun (Christchurch) ltd0.7 km
- Christchurch Conservative Club0.7 km
- Christchurch Rowing Club0.8 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Premier Store0.6 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.6 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Kings Arms Hotel0.3 km
- No 1 Brasserie & Bar0.4 km
- Travelodge Christchurch0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Christchurch1.1 km
- Pokesdown4.0 km
- Hinton Admiral4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Civic Offices0.1 km
- Stony Lane0.1 km
- Stony Lane0.1 km
- Two Rivers Meet Leisure Centre0.2 km
- Stony Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH231AZ · Data under Open Government Licence