Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

PUREWELL, BH23 1EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PUREWELL, BH23 1EH.

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Population

301

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 40% social renting, BH23 1EH is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 474.2% year-on-year.

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

BH23 1EH is a safe, established residential area on Purewell, 0.1km from Purewell in Christchurch (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole). Administratively it sits within Christchurch Town ward and the Christchurch constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BH23 1EH is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £211k, up 474.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH23 1EH are sourced from Output Area E00103187 (shared with 8 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 BH23 1EH. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 103,000

29 sales · Mean £ 136,374

Detached

£ 570,000

6 sales · Mean £ 628,741

Semi-Detached

£ 320,000

2 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

BH23 1EH has low crime rates — 43 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 behaviour50
Violence and sexual offences49
Criminal damage and arson14
Other theft11
Public order8

school Local Schools

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Mudeford Community Infants' School

Good179 pupils0.6 km
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Somerford Primary School

Good237 pupils0.9 km
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The Grange School

Good356 pupils0.9 km
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Mudeford Junior School

Outstanding263 pupils0.9 km
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The Priory Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils0.9 km
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Twynham School

Outstanding1820 pupils1.2 km
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Christchurch Learning Centre

Good16 pupils1.3 km
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Christchurch Infant School

Outstanding349 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Londis0.6 km
  • Nisa Local0.4 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Stanpit Wine Merchants0.4 km
  • SUP Store0.5 km
  • + 14 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • La Mamma0.1 km
  • NADSS Club0.4 km
  • The Rising Sun (Christchurch) ltd0.3 km
  • Christchurch Sailing Club CIC0.8 km
  • The Saxon Bar0.9 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

40 nearby
  • Kashmir Restaurant0.4 km
  • Masala Bay0.5 km
  • Tastee0.3 km
  • Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre0.1 km
  • WiseGuys Lounge0.4 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Premier Store0.3 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.9 km
  • Waitrose1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • British Chippy0.4 km
  • Fernandos0.3 km
  • Dragon Palace 20.9 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • Pizza Hut0.9 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Kings Arms Hotel0.7 km
  • No 1 Brasserie & Bar0.7 km
  • Travelodge Christchurch0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Christchurch1.4 km
  • Hinton Admiral4.1 km
  • Pokesdown4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Livingstone Road0.1 km
  • Livingstone Road0.1 km
  • Two Rivers Meet Leisure Centre0.2 km
  • Stony Lane0.2 km
  • Stony Lane0.2 km