BH14 0JL is a safe, established residential area on Chapel Road, 0.5km from Salterns Raod in Poole. Administratively it sits within Parkstone ward and the Poole constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £269k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH14 0JL are sourced from Output Area E00078134 (shared with 41 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHAPEL ROAD, BH14 0JL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL ROAD, BH14 0JL.
406
37
£ 46,700 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH14 0JL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 53% owner-occupation and average age 37, BH14 0JL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH14 0JL. The average age is 37.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 235,000
8 sales · Mean £ 245,562
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH14 0JL has low crime rates — 38 incidents 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
Ocean Academy Poole
Baden-Powell and St Peter's Church of England Junior School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole
Longfleet Church of England Primary School
Livingstone Road Infant School
Livingstone Road Junior School
St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole
Courthill Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- R&S News0.9 km
- Highland Service Station0.8 km
- Bennetts Family Bakers Shop0.4 km
- Efe Convenience Store0.5 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Pottery Hotel1.0 km
- Parkstone Trades & Labour Hall0.9 km
- Sweet Home Inn0.6 km
- Bermuda Triangle0.3 km
- Blush0.5 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Cafe Nosh1.0 km
- Cookies and Coffee1.0 km
- Ramp Rats0.9 km
- Skate1.0 km
- Caballero Cafe0.9 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
- The Southern Co-op0.6 km
- Co-op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Alex Wok1.0 km
- Full House1.0 km
- Imrans Heart of India1.0 km
- Mohaan Indian Takeaway0.9 km
- Pintoh Thong0.7 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Blue Shutters Guest House0.2 km
- Fleetwater Guest House0.8 km
- South Rising Guest House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Parkstone (Dorset)0.6 km
- Poole2.0 km
- Branksome2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Danecourt Road0.0 km
- Danecourt Road0.1 km
- Park Place0.2 km
- College temporary stop0.2 km
- Ashley Cross0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH140JL · Data under Open Government Licence