Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

MANOR ROAD, BH31 6DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANOR ROAD, BH31 6DJ.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 50,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH31 6DJ 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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8/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BH31 6DJ's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £196k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £196k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

BH31 6DJ is a sought-after residential area on Manor Road, 0.5km from Church Hill in Verwood. Administratively it sits within Verwood ward and the North Dorset constituency.

For serious buyers, BH31 6DJ 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. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £196k. 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 6DJ are sourced from Output Area E00103444 (shared with 18 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 6DJ. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 196,000

5 sales · Mean £ 192,100

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

BH31 6DJ 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 behaviour29
Violence and sexual offences18
Shoplifting5
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School

Good436 pupils0.4 km
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Verwood Church of England First School

Outstanding308 pupils0.4 km
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Hillside Community First School

Good229 pupils0.9 km
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Trinity Church of England First School

Outstanding132 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Lidl GmbH0.8 km
  • Andrews Butchers (Verwood) Ltd0.7 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative Ltd1.0 km
  • Tibbles Teepees0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Monmouth Ash0.1 km
  • The Swans0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Cafe Aroma0.8 km
  • Hillside Community First School0.9 km
  • Spice of India0.8 km
  • Al Trullo0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Harlees Fish & Chips0.0 km
  • Kebab and Pizza Hot0.8 km
  • Champagne Chinese Takeaway0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pokesdown16.3 km
  • Bournemouth16.4 km
  • Christchurch16.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Burnbake Road0.0 km
  • Burnbake Road0.1 km
  • The Grove0.2 km
  • The Grove0.2 km
  • Glenwood Road0.2 km