BH9 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Alexander Gardens, 0.8km from Moordown in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Winton East ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £98k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BH9 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00077739 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALEXANDER GARDENS, BH9 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALEXANDER GARDENS, BH9 1AF.
304
40
£ 40,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BH9 1AF is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH9 1AF. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 98,000
1 sales · Mean £ 98,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH9 1AF is moderate at 51 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
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
Winton Primary School
Bournemouth School
Queen's Park Infant Academy
Queen's Park Academy
Linwood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
42 nearby- Corner Shop0.9 km
- Bhaijaans Corriander0.7 km
- Boots0.9 km
- Feng Hua Chinese Supermarket0.7 km
- Freshers0.7 km
- + 37 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Moordown Bowling Club0.4 km
- Lark Rise0.5 km
- Parkstone & Heatherlands0.5 km
- The Buffalo0.9 km
- The Silverback Ale House0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
59 nearby- Poke Folk Tattoo, Coffee and Artisan Bread0.9 km
- Ali's Brasserie0.5 km
- Bay Tree Coffee Shop0.7 km
- Chicken & Blues0.6 km
- Chicken N Beer0.9 km
- + 54 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Malvern Fisheries0.9 km
- Barnacles0.9 km
- Burgers AJs0.4 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Indigo0.4 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Makkah Foods0.7 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- Waitrose0.8 km
- Biltong & Bangers0.9 km
- Co-op0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bournemouth2.2 km
- Pokesdown3.8 km
- Branksome3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Garth Road0.2 km
- Garth Road0.2 km
- Brassey Close0.3 km
- Brassey Close0.3 km
- Shirley Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH91AF · Data under Open Government Licence