Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

STOUR WALK, BH8 0BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STOUR WALK, BH8 0BZ.

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Population

407

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 48,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BH8 0BZ 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.

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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

BH8 0BZ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £574k, 85% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £574k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH8 0BZ is a safe, established residential area on Stour Walk, 0.3km from Muccleshell in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Muscliff & Strouden Park ward and the Bournemouth East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH8, BH8 0BZ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 85% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £574k, down 0.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH8 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00077607 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH8 0BZ. 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

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian3.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 460,000

5 sales · Mean £ 471,400

Detached

£ 765,000

3 sales · Mean £ 704,166

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BH8 0BZ has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour5
Burglary5
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting1

school Local Schools

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Muscliff Primary School

Good623 pupils0.5 km
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The Epiphany School

Good419 pupils1.1 km
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Bournemouth School for Girls

Outstanding1197 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • The Sweet Suite0.7 km
  • Falafel Express0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Bournemouth Electric Sports and Social Club Ltd1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pokesdown3.8 km
  • Bournemouth4.1 km
  • Christchurch5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Throop Church0.2 km
  • Throop Post Office0.5 km