Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BH31 6AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH31 6AD.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 50,100 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 59% of tenure in BH31 6AD — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

BH31 6AD is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Church Hill in Verwood. Administratively it sits within Verwood ward and the North Dorset constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BH31 6AD 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. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 BH31 6AD are sourced from Output Area E00103440 (shared with 15 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 BH31 6AD. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

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

BH31 6AD has low crime rates — 28 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 behaviour38
Violence and sexual offences34
Shoplifting16
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Hillside Community First School

Good229 pupils0.5 km
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Trinity Church of England First School

Outstanding132 pupils0.7 km
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Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School

Good436 pupils0.8 km
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Verwood Church of England First School

Outstanding308 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Lidl GmbH0.7 km
  • Andrews Butchers (Verwood) Ltd0.2 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.9 km
  • Tibbles Teepees0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Monmouth Ash0.4 km
  • The Swans0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Cafe Aroma0.3 km
  • Hillside Community First School0.4 km
  • Spice of India0.6 km
  • Al Trullo0.6 km
  • Costa Coffee0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Harlees Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • Kebab and Pizza Hot0.3 km
  • Champagne Chinese Takeaway0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pokesdown16.9 km
  • Bournemouth16.9 km
  • Christchurch17.0 km

Bus Stops

  • St Michaels Church0.1 km
  • St Michaels Church0.1 km
  • Verwood Memorial Hall0.3 km
  • Library0.3 km
  • Church Hill0.3 km