Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

MANOR ROAD, BH31 6DY House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

347

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 50,100 /yr

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Employed

36%

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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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 94% owned. BH31 6DY is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 11.8% year-on-year.

home £309,166 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH31, BH31 6DY offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 94% 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £309k, up 11.8% 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 6DY are sourced from Output Area E00103441 (shared with 45 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 6DY. The average age is 56.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 255,500

10 sales · Mean £ 250,800

Detached

£ 580,000

1 sales · Mean £ 580,000

Semi-Detached

£ 440,000

1 sales · Mean £ 440,000

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

BH31 6DY has low crime rates — 25 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 offences31
Anti-social behaviour16
Shoplifting11
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 pupils0.5 km
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Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School

Good436 pupils0.9 km
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Verwood Church of England First School

Outstanding308 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Lidl GmbH0.9 km
  • Andrews Butchers (Verwood) Ltd0.0 km
  • Tibbles Teepees0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Monmouth Ash0.7 km
  • The Swans0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Cafe Aroma0.2 km
  • Hillside Community First School0.4 km
  • Spice of India0.7 km
  • Al Trullo0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.1 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Harlees Fish & Chips0.8 km
  • Kebab and Pizza Hot0.2 km
  • Champagne Chinese Takeaway0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pokesdown17.1 km
  • Bournemouth17.1 km
  • Christchurch17.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Library0.0 km
  • Verwood Memorial Hall0.1 km
  • Fire Station0.2 km
  • Fire Station0.2 km
  • Verwood Memorial Hall0.2 km