Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

RITCHIE ROAD, BH11 8AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RITCHIE ROAD, BH11 8AL.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 37,100 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH11 8AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

BH11 8AL has a significant social housing presence — 76% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

BH11 8AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ritchie Road, 0.5km from Kinson in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Kinson ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BH11 8AL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 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 8AL are sourced from Output Area E00077396 (shared with 6 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 BH11 8AL. The average age is 36.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime around BH11 8AL 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.

Violence and sexual offences99
Anti-social behaviour65
Shoplifting36
Criminal damage and arson24
Public order20

school Local Schools

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Elm Academy

Outstanding452 pupils0.4 km
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Heathlands Primary Academy

Good181 pupils0.6 km
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The Bourne Academy

Good958 pupils0.7 km
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Kingsleigh Primary School

Good852 pupils0.8 km
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Christ The King Catholic Primary School

Good367 pupils0.8 km
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Oak Academy

Requires Improvement454 pupils0.9 km
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Kinson Academy

Good212 pupils0.9 km
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LeAF Studio

Good447 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Fisherlicious1.0 km
  • Chips Ahoy0.6 km
  • Hong Kong City0.6 km
  • FOODAHOLICS0.5 km
  • Good Fortune Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Hillside Stores0.5 km
  • Kinson Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • MFG East Howe Esso0.5 km
  • Peter's News0.9 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Talbot Rise Club1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Cafeteria Emi1.0 km
  • Like Mum Makes0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz0.9 km
  • West Howe Community Enterprises0.3 km
  • West Howe Community Enterprises0.2 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Branksome3.7 km
  • Bournemouth4.8 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • St Philips Church0.1 km
  • St Philips Church0.2 km
  • Rochester Road0.2 km
  • Cunningham Crescent0.2 km
  • Cunningham Crescent0.3 km