BH6 3AX is a safe, established residential area on Grand Avenue, 0.6km from Southbourne, West in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within West Southbourne ward and the Bournemouth East constituency.
For families considering a move, BH6 3AX represents members of this subgroup are likely to be married, and the numbers of households with children are above the group average. adults are more likely to be in the 25 to 44 age group, and older residents are also more prevalent than elsewhere in this group. the subgroup is less ethnically diverse than the group average, with slightly more white ethnic group members, and has more secular attitudes to religion than the group as a whole. residence in the social rented sector is very rare. households in this subgroup are more likely to own multiple cars than those assigned elsewhere in the group. students are relatively less common, although individuals are highly skilled and educated to degree standard. unemployment or part-time work is rare, and many individuals are employed in associate professional, technical, administrative or secretarial occupations. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH6 3AX are sourced from Output Area E00077672 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAND AVENUE, BH6 3AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAND AVENUE, BH6 3AX.
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44
£ 47,200 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH6 3AX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BH6 3AX's 60% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH6 3AX. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH6 3AX has low crime rates — 35 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.
school Local Schools
Pokesdown Community Primary School
St James' Church of England Primary Academy
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Stourfield Junior School
Stourfield Infant School
St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- C&M Chemists0.6 km
- More the Merrier1.0 km
- MPASTAmu Sicilian Food0.9 km
- & Store0.4 km
- Abel's Cakery0.5 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- Beach Lodge Guest House0.0 km
- Cliff House Hotel0.5 km
- Commodore Hotel1.0 km
- Shoreline Hotel0.2 km
- The Bristowe0.5 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Boscombe Cliff Bowling Club0.8 km
- Spyglass and Kettle0.3 km
- Pokesdown & Southbourne Ex-Servicemens Club1.0 km
- Sobo:Sommelier0.8 km
- The Grove Tavern0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- Cafe Riva0.3 km
- On The Green0.8 km
- Sobofish0.8 km
- Tiien Thai Restaurant1.0 km
- Chef Carlos0.5 km
- + 22 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- New Hong Kong Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Fanelli's Pizza0.5 km
- Southbourne Fried Chicken0.5 km
- Toscana0.5 km
- All India Takeaway0.4 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Tesco0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pokesdown1.2 km
- Christchurch2.7 km
- Bournemouth3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Southwood Avenue0.1 km
- Southwood Avenue0.1 km
- Fishermans Walk Overcliff0.2 km
- Fishermans Walk Overcliff0.2 km
- Stourwood Avenuee0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH63AX · Data under Open Government Licence