BH10 4AF is a safe, established residential area on Alton Road, 0.3km from Wallisdown in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Wallisdown & Winton West ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k, up 80.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH10 4AF are sourced from Output Area E00077646 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALTON ROAD, BH10 4AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALTON ROAD, BH10 4AF.
408
37
£ 42,200 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH10 4AF 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 37, BH10 4AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 80.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH10 4AF. The average age is 36.9. 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
£ 300,000
6 sales · Mean £ 310,000
Flat
£ 187,500
15 sales · Mean £ 187,300
Semi-Detached
£ 320,000
3 sales · Mean £ 363,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH10 4AF has low crime rates — 42 incidents 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
Talbot Primary School
Langside School
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Kingsleigh Primary School
The Bourne Academy
Winton Academy
Glenmoor Academy
Heathlands Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Canford Convenience Store1.0 km
- Wallisdown News and Off License0.3 km
- Campus Shop0.8 km
- Faith and Reflection0.8 km
- Peter's News0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Harvester1.0 km
- Wallisdown Conservative Club0.3 km
- Dylan's Kitchen and Bar0.8 km
- Ambassador and Greenbaize Snooker Club0.2 km
- The Kings Arms0.2 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- BCHA1.0 km
- La Stalla Wallisdown0.2 km
- Chartwells0.9 km
- Student Centre Cafe0.8 km
- The Forum Restaurant Chartwells0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Heart of India0.4 km
- Kengs Garden0.4 km
- Wok 4 Go0.3 km
- California Fried Chicken0.4 km
- Hive Kitchens0.2 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.2 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- ZABKA Supermarket0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Branksome2.4 km
- Bournemouth3.8 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hood Crescent0.2 km
- Hood Crescent0.2 km
- Talbot Drive0.2 km
- Liberal Club0.2 km
- Aldi0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH104AF · Data under Open Government Licence