BH4 8BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Grosvenor Road, 0.1km from Westbourne in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Westbourne & West Cliff ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a dynamic young family area with frequent movers and a mix of backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. Average age 63 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £355k, up 19.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH4 8BN are sourced from Output Area E00077697 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GROSVENOR ROAD, BH4 8BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROSVENOR ROAD, BH4 8BN.
216
63
£ 49,300 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH4 8BN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 63, BH4 8BN is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £355k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 19.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH4 8BN. The average age is 62.8. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 332,500
6 sales · Mean £ 342,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH4 8BN has low crime rates — 43 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.
school Local Schools
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Victoria Education Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
15 nearby- Applewood Hotel1.0 km
- Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel0.8 km
- Kensington Hotel0.9 km
- Laguna Hotel0.8 km
- Washington House Hotel1.0 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- DYMK1.0 km
- Shika Lounge0.9 km
- The Vault1.0 km
- Canvas1.0 km
- Goat & Tricycle0.9 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
48 nearby- N & C CAFE0.6 km
- Olive Bistro Cafe1.0 km
- St Michaels Church0.6 km
- Zim Braai1.0 km
- All Hail Ale0.6 km
- + 43 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
- Lidl0.9 km
- Tesco0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Da Mario0.6 km
- Casa Gourmex1.0 km
- Chez Fred0.2 km
- Pizza Pino0.5 km
- Subway0.4 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Best One Poole Hill1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
- Queens Stores0.6 km
- Southbourne Ales Limited1.0 km
- Boots0.3 km
- + 13 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Branksome1.5 km
- Bournemouth2.7 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Marlborough Road0.1 km
- Marlborough Road0.1 km
- Alum Chine Road0.1 km
- Alum Chine Road0.1 km
- Library0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH48BN · Data under Open Government Licence