Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

MARYLAND ROAD, BH16 5BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARYLAND ROAD, BH16 5BQ.

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Population

366

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH16 5BQ 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.

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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 40% of tenure in BH16 5BQ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 35-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

BH16 5BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maryland Road, 0.3km from Hamworthy Junction in Poole. Administratively it sits within Hamworthy ward and the Poole constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BH16 5BQ 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, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH16 5BQ are sourced from Output Area E00078005 (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 BH16 5BQ. The average age is 34.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.0%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 275,000

7 sales · Mean £ 261,778

Terraced

£ 210,000

1 sales · Mean £ 210,000

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

Crime around BH16 5BQ is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour83
Violence and sexual offences69
Criminal damage and arson24
Public order10
Burglary10

school Local Schools

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Bayside Academy

Good278 pupils0.1 km
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Upton Infant School

Good252 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Sweet Buns0.5 km
  • Hamworthy Service Station0.6 km
  • Rockley Park Supermarket0.7 km
  • Boots1.0 km
  • Premier Local Convenience Store0.7 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Papa John's Pizza0.7 km
  • Tides Restaurant and Bar0.7 km
  • Cooks Rockley Park0.7 km
  • Harbour's Edge Beach Cafe0.7 km
  • Harbourside Restaurant0.7 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Live Lounge0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Dina Zone0.2 km
  • Pizza Royal0.2 km
  • Abid Spice0.8 km
  • Bitesize Sisters0.6 km
  • Subway0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy0.4 km
  • Poole2.9 km
  • Holton Heath4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Maryland Road0.1 km
  • Maryland Road0.1 km
  • Rice Gardens0.2 km
  • Rice Gardens0.3 km
  • Hamworthy Rail Station0.3 km