Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

LAKE ROAD, BH31 6BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAKE ROAD, BH31 6BX.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

44

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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: BH31 6BX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BH31 6BX's low deprivation rank, 95% ownership, and £575k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £575k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 34.8% year-on-year.

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

BH31 6BX is a sought-after residential area on Lake Road, 0.3km from Claylake in Verwood. Administratively it sits within Verwood ward and the North Dorset constituency.

For serious buyers, BH31 6BX is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 95% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £575k, up 34.8% year-on-year. 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 6BX are sourced from Output Area E00103455 (shared with 7 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 6BX. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 499,500

28 sales · Mean £ 516,964

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

BH31 6BX has low crime rates — 6 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 offences11
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson4
Bicycle theft2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Hillside Community First School

Good229 pupils1.0 km
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Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School

Good436 pupils1.3 km
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Verwood Church of England First School

Outstanding308 pupils1.3 km
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Trinity Church of England First School

Outstanding132 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Lidl GmbH0.6 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Monmouth Ash0.9 km
  • The Swans0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Spice of India0.8 km
  • Al Trullo0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Harlees Fish & Chips0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Christchurch16.1 km
  • Pokesdown16.1 km
  • Bournemouth16.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Lake Road0.3 km
  • Lake Road0.3 km
  • Paddock Grove0.3 km
  • Paddock Grove0.3 km
  • Claylake Drive0.4 km