BH16 5DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rice Gardens, 0.2km from Hamworthy Junction in Poole. Administratively it sits within Hamworthy ward and the Poole constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BH16 5DJ 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. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 35 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 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 rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH16 5DJ are sourced from Output Area E00078005 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICE GARDENS, BH16 5DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICE GARDENS, BH16 5DJ.
366
35
£ 44,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH16 5DJ 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.
Area Character
BH16 5DJ has a significant social housing presence — 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH16 5DJ. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH16 5DJ has low crime rates — 37 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
Bayside Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Premier Local Convenience Store0.6 km
- Travis Perkins0.4 km
- Becky Bakes Cakes0.2 km
- Spar0.5 km
- Sweet Buns0.5 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Abid Spice0.7 km
- Bitesize Sisters0.5 km
- Subway0.4 km
- Dina Zone0.4 km
- Pizza Royal0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Red Lion0.9 km
- Live Lounge1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Papa John's Pizza1.0 km
- Tides Restaurant and Bar1.0 km
- Cooks Rockley Park1.0 km
- Harbour's Edge Beach Cafe1.0 km
- Harbourside Restaurant1.0 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamworthy0.1 km
- Poole2.7 km
- Holton Heath4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Rice Gardens0.0 km
- Rice Gardens0.1 km
- Hamworthy Junction0.1 km
- Hamworthy Rail Station0.1 km
- Hamworthy Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BH165DJ · Data under Open Government Licence