BH3 7BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on East Avenue, 0.5km from Talbot Woods in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Talbot & Branksome Woods ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
For serious buyers, BH3 7BS is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Residents average 49 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH3 7BS are sourced from Output Area E00077585 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST AVENUE, BH3 7BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST AVENUE, BH3 7BS.
311
49
£ 48,700 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH3 7BS 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.
Area Character
BH3 7BS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £385k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH3 7BS. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 385,000
1 sales · Mean £ 385,000
Detached
£ 942,500
2 sales · Mean £ 942,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH3 7BS has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Linwood School
Winton Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Boots1.0 km
- Holland and Barratt1.0 km
- Ola Barzil Ltd0.9 km
- Poundland1.0 km
- Roebridge Farm Shop1.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Buffalo0.8 km
- Winton Workman's Club1.0 km
- Oakmeadians0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Lezzat0.9 km
- My Shake0.9 km
- Otto Coffee Limited0.9 km
- Meyrick Park Bowls Club1.0 km
- The Club at Meyrick Park1.0 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Waitrose0.9 km
- Lidl1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Alma Fish Bar0.9 km
- Bellaggio Pizzeria0.8 km
- Buba-Licious Ltd0.9 km
- Butler's Baguettes0.9 km
- Pizza Hut0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Pavilion Arms0.9 km
- Thornhill Guest House0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bournemouth1.7 km
- Branksome2.5 km
- Pokesdown4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Elgin Road0.1 km
- Elgin Road0.2 km
- Berwick Road0.3 km
- Berwick Road0.3 km
- East Avenue0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BH37BS · Data under Open Government Licence