Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BLACK MOOR ROAD, BH31 6BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACK MOOR ROAD, BH31 6BD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

394

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 53,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

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.

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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BH31 6BD is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

BH31 6BD is a sought-after residential area on Black Moor Road, 0.1km from Ebblake in Verwood. Administratively it sits within Verwood ward and the North Dorset constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH31, BH31 6BD offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% 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 13 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 6BD are sourced from Output Area E00171468 (shared with 82 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 6BD. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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

BH31 6BD has low crime rates — 13 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 behaviour7
Violence and sexual offences6
Burglary4
Vehicle crime4
Other theft2

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Christchurch15.3 km
  • Pokesdown15.5 km
  • Bournemouth15.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Industrial Estate0.1 km
  • Ebblake Bridge0.2 km
  • Ebblake Bridge0.2 km
  • Forestside0.3 km
  • Forestside0.3 km