BH3 7DQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Elgin Road, 0.3km from Talbot Woods in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Talbot & Branksome Woods ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH3 7DQ are sourced from Output Area E00077585 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELGIN ROAD, BH3 7DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELGIN ROAD, BH3 7DQ.
311
49
£ 48,700 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH3 7DQ 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 7DQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 7DQ. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH3 7DQ has low crime rates — 15 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
Winton Academy
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Glenmoor Academy
Linwood School
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Boots1.0 km
- Holland and Barratt0.9 km
- Ola Barzil Ltd0.9 km
- Poundland1.0 km
- Roebridge Farm Shop1.0 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Buffalo0.8 km
- Winton Workman's Club1.0 km
- Oakmeadians0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Lezzat0.9 km
- My Shake0.9 km
- Otto Coffee Limited0.9 km
- Chicken N Beer1.0 km
- The Bombay Palace0.7 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Waitrose0.9 km
- Lidl1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Alma Fish Bar1.0 km
- Bellaggio Pizzeria0.8 km
- Buba-Licious Ltd0.9 km
- Butler's Baguettes0.9 km
- Pizza Hut0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Thornhill Guest House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bournemouth1.9 km
- Branksome2.3 km
- Pokesdown4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Elgin Road0.1 km
- Elgin Road0.1 km
- Dunkeld Road0.3 km
- Dunkeld Road0.3 km
- East Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH37DQ · Data under Open Government Licence