Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

PUREWELL, BH23 1EJ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

296

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH23 1EJ 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.

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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

BH23 1EJ has a significant social housing presence — 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest. Property prices are trending down 1.8% year-on-year.

home £311,181 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH23 1EJ is a safe, established residential area on Purewell, 0.2km 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 1EJ is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Residents average 45 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £311k, down 1.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH23 1EJ are sourced from Output Area E00103186 (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 BH23 1EJ. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian4.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 413,750

4 sales · Mean £ 381,875

Flat

£ 130,000

9 sales · Mean £ 139,055

Detached

£ 603,000

1 sales · Mean £ 603,000

Terraced

£ 392,500

4 sales · Mean £ 365,500

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

BH23 1EJ has low crime rates — 42 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences77
Anti-social behaviour51
Criminal damage and arson19
Public order13
Other theft12

school Local Schools

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Mudeford Community Infants' School

Good179 pupils0.4 km
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Somerford Primary School

Good237 pupils0.6 km
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Mudeford Junior School

Outstanding263 pupils0.6 km
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The Grange School

Good356 pupils0.7 km
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The Priory Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils1.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch

Good216 pupils1.4 km
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Twynham School

Outstanding1820 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Londis0.3 km
  • Nisa Local0.1 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Stanpit Wine Merchants0.1 km
  • SUP Store0.7 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Mudeford Mens Club0.9 km
  • La Mamma0.4 km
  • NADSS Club0.6 km
  • The Rising Sun (Christchurch) ltd0.1 km
  • The Pantry0.5 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Jellicoe Stores0.9 km
  • Premier Store0.0 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Alexanders1.0 km
  • British Chippy0.1 km
  • Fernandos0.1 km
  • The Raft1.0 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Kashmir Restaurant0.1 km
  • Masala Bay0.8 km
  • Tastee0.0 km
  • Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre0.4 km
  • WiseGuys Lounge0.1 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Kings Arms Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Christchurch1.7 km
  • Hinton Admiral3.8 km
  • Pokesdown4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Purewell Close0.1 km
  • Purewell Close0.1 km
  • Livingstone Road0.2 km
  • Medical Centre0.2 km
  • Medical Centre0.2 km