Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

VERNEY ROAD, BH11 8DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VERNEY ROAD, BH11 8DB.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 37,100 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH11 8DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

BH11 8DB is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

BH11 8DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Verney Road, 0.4km from Turbary Common in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Kinson ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.

For families considering a move, BH11 8DB represents 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. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £235k. 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 8DB are sourced from Output Area E00077408 (shared with 5 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 8DB. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 235,000

1 sales · Mean £ 235,000

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

Crime around BH11 8DB is moderate at 68 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 offences122
Anti-social behaviour75
Shoplifting37
Criminal damage and arson31
Burglary20

school Local Schools

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Heathlands Primary Academy

Good181 pupils0.3 km
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Elm Academy

Outstanding452 pupils0.7 km
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The Bourne Academy

Good958 pupils0.7 km
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Kingsleigh Primary School

Good852 pupils0.7 km
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Oak Academy

Requires Improvement454 pupils0.9 km
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LeAF Studio

Good447 pupils1.2 km
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Christ The King Catholic Primary School

Good367 pupils1.2 km
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St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Good419 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Talbot Rise Club0.7 km
  • Wallisdown Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Wallisdown Liberal Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Like Mum Makes0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz0.6 km
  • West Howe Community Enterprises0.2 km
  • West Howe Community Enterprises0.3 km
  • Cafe 250.9 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • FOODAHOLICS0.8 km
  • Marmaris Grill & Pizza House0.6 km
  • Taste of Bengal0.2 km
  • Wonderfrys0.6 km
  • Chips Ahoy0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Hillside Stores0.7 km
  • Kinson Convenience Store0.7 km
  • MFG East Howe Esso0.7 km
  • Peter's News0.7 km
  • Smith's News0.7 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Branksome3.3 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)4.6 km
  • Bournemouth4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Cunningham Crescent0.2 km
  • Cunningham Place0.2 km
  • Cunningham Crescent0.2 km
  • Moore Avenue Park0.2 km
  • Moore Avenue Park0.2 km