BH16 5DQ is a safe, established residential area on Oxborrow Close, 0.9km 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 popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. 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. Residents average 45 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £380k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH16 5DQ are sourced from Output Area E00103786 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OXBORROW CLOSE, BH16 5DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OXBORROW CLOSE, BH16 5DQ.
453
45
£ 44,900 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BH16 5DQ is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £380k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH16 5DQ. The average age is 45.4. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 279,975
2 sales · Mean £ 279,975
Semi-Detached
£ 326,000
5 sales · Mean £ 352,200
Detached
£ 395,000
1 sales · Mean £ 395,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH16 5DQ has low crime rates — 21 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 Infant School
Upton Junior School
Bayside Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Premier Local Convenience Store1.0 km
- The Coop0.3 km
- Upton News and Wine0.2 km
- SPAR0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Abid Spice0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.1 km
- Dorset Pizza Kitchen0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Drovers Retreat Bed and Breakfast0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa Coffee0.1 km
- The Phat Fryer0.2 km
- Upton Cafe0.3 km
- Upton Central0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hamworthy1.7 km
- Poole4.1 km
- Holton Heath4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Triangle Shops0.1 km
- Triangle Shops0.1 km
- Moorland Parade0.1 km
- Moorland Parade0.1 km
- Upton Crossroads0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BH165DQ · Data under Open Government Licence