BH16 5DF is a safe, established residential area on Roberts Way, 0.5km from The Marsh in Upton (Dorset). Administratively it sits within Lytchett Matravers & Upton ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £267k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH16 5DF are sourced from Output Area E00103806 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROBERTS WAY, BH16 5DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROBERTS WAY, BH16 5DF.
426
42
£ 44,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
BH16 5DF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH16 5DF. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 306,125
2 sales · Mean £ 306,125
Flat
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH16 5DF has low crime rates — 19 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
Upton Junior School
Upton Infant School
Lytchett Minster School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- The Coop0.7 km
- Upton News and Wine0.3 km
- SPAR0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Drovers Retreat Bed and Breakfast0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- The Phat Fryer0.3 km
- Upton Cafe0.7 km
- Upton Central0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Dorset Pizza Kitchen0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamworthy2.1 km
- Holton Heath4.3 km
- Poole4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Roberts Way0.1 km
- Roberts Way0.1 km
- British Legion0.1 km
- Beacon Park Road0.3 km
- Moorland Parade0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH165DF · Data under Open Government Licence