BH9 1AJ is a mixed residential area on Alma Road, 0.9km from Winton in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Winton East ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £193k, up 25.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH9 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00077738 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALMA ROAD, BH9 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALMA ROAD, BH9 1AJ.
390
33
£ 44,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BH9 1AJ spans multiple life stages — average age 33, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 25.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH9 1AJ. The average age is 33.3. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 185,000
9 sales · Mean £ 189,866
Detached
£ 347,000
7 sales · Mean £ 328,857
Terraced
£ 295,000
1 sales · Mean £ 295,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH9 1AJ is moderate at 55 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
Linwood School
Malmesbury Park Primary School
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Queen's Park Infant Academy
Queen's Park Academy
Bournemouth School
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
Bethany Church of England Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Guven Express Ltd0.7 km
- Ahmed Food Store0.2 km
- Charminster Supermarket0.1 km
- Flicks0.1 km
- Golden Supermarket0.2 km
- + 21 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Pavilion Arms0.9 km
- Thornhill Guest House0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Richmond Arms0.2 km
- The Brunswick Hotel0.3 km
- The Buffalo1.0 km
- Winton Workman's Club0.9 km
- Wonderful Karaoke Rooms0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- Al Balad0.2 km
- Almadina Cafe0.2 km
- Antepli0.2 km
- Baraca Cafe Bar & Restaurant0.2 km
- Bournemouth Parks Foundation0.2 km
- + 37 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Makkah Food Store0.1 km
- Waitrose1.0 km
- European Supermarket0.3 km
- Tesco0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Anatolia Takeaway0.1 km
- Chicken Cottage0.0 km
- Mr Falafel Sandwich Express0.2 km
- My Food Club. Kumrv0.1 km
- Subway0.2 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bournemouth1.1 km
- Pokesdown2.9 km
- Branksome3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Richmond Arms0.1 km
- Richmond Arms0.1 km
- Charminster0.1 km
- Richmond Wood Road0.1 km
- Charminster0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH91AJ · Data under Open Government Licence