BH11 8AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Kinson in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Kinson ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BH11 8AJ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. 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. 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BH11 8AJ are sourced from Output Area E00077391 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BH11 8AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH11 8AJ.
370
37
£ 37,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH11 8AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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
With 52% social renting, BH11 8AJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH11 8AJ. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH11 8AJ is moderate at 54 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
Elm Academy
Heathlands Primary Academy
The Bourne Academy
Christ The King Catholic Primary School
Kingsleigh Primary School
Kinson Academy
Oak Academy
LeAF Studio
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Fisherlicious0.9 km
- Arbuckles1.0 km
- Chips Ahoy0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Hong Kong City0.7 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Biedronka1.0 km
- Hillside Stores0.5 km
- Kinson Convenience Store0.6 km
- Kinson News0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Acorn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- The Homestart Haven Group1.0 km
- Cafeteria Emi0.9 km
- Fresh 'N' Tasty1.0 km
- Grill Shack & Tiki Bar1.0 km
- Like Mum Makes1.0 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Branksome3.8 km
- Bournemouth4.9 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)5.1 km
Bus Stops
- St Philips Church0.2 km
- Rochester Road0.2 km
- St Philips Church0.3 km
- Travellers Lane0.3 km
- Cunningham Crescent0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH118AJ · Data under Open Government Licence