BH8 0BU is a mixed residential area on Damerham Road, 0.6km from Throop in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Muscliff & Strouden Park ward and the Bournemouth East constituency.
For families considering a move, BH8 0BU represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £337k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH8 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00077625 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DAMERHAM ROAD, BH8 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DAMERHAM ROAD, BH8 0BU.
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43
£ 48,300 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH8 0BU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
BH8 0BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 72% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (43) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH8 0BU. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 385,000
1 sales · Mean £ 385,000
Terraced
£ 365,000
1 sales · Mean £ 365,000
Semi-Detached
£ 295,000
5 sales · Mean £ 289,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH8 0BU is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bournemouth School for Girls
Muscliff Primary School
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Bournemouth School
Queen's Park Academy
Queen's Park Infant Academy
Jewell Academy Bournemouth
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Boots the Chemist0.3 km
- Bradpole Road Post Office0.6 km
- Castle Convenience Ltd0.5 km
- Castle Lane Pharmacy0.6 km
- Lakeland Ltd0.3 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Caffe Nero0.3 km
- Costa @ Next Retail Ltd0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Five Guys0.6 km
- McDonalds0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.7 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.5 km
- B&M Store0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Balti Spice0.5 km
- Herbies0.6 km
- Shang Pin Chinese Take Away0.6 km
- Subway0.5 km
- Bento0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Broadway0.6 km
- Bournemouth Electric Sports and Social Club Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pokesdown3.1 km
- Bournemouth3.3 km
- Christchurch4.8 km
Bus Stops
- John Pound House0.1 km
- John Pound House0.1 km
- Setley Gardens0.1 km
- Setley Gardens0.2 km
- Braishfield Gardens0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH80BU · Data under Open Government Licence