BH17 0SS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Nuffield Road, 0.4km from Nuffield in Poole. Administratively it sits within Canford Heath ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
For families considering a move, BH17 0SS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a business parks character: manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH17 0SS are sourced from Output Area E00077937 (shared with 153 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NUFFIELD ROAD, BH17 0SS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NUFFIELD ROAD, BH17 0SS.
340
48
£ 48,400 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH17 0SS represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 48, BH17 0SS has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 BH17 0SS. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH17 0SS has low crime rates — 22 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Stanley Green Infant Academy
Canford Heath Junior School
Longspee Academy
Canford Heath Infant School
Parkstone Grammar School
Montacute School
Oakdale Junior School
Haymoor Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Marnhull Community Café0.7 km
- KFC1.0 km
- McDonalds1.0 km
- Subway1.0 km
- Burger King0.4 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- B&Q Poole0.7 km
- County Foods Butcher Shop0.9 km
- Next0.8 km
- Oakdale Service Station0.7 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Oakdale Conservative Club0.6 km
- Toby Carvery0.4 km
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Co-op0.9 km
- Insanity Retro Gaming0.3 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Makro Self Service Wholesalers Ltd1.0 km
- Wah Hing Chinese Supermarket0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- American Fried Chicken0.9 km
- Long Johns Fish and Chips1.0 km
- Parvez Tandoori0.9 km
- Willys Hubbs Kitchen0.7 km
- Wongs Dragon0.9 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge Poole North0.3 km
- Acorns Guest House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poole2.4 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)3.0 km
- Hamworthy3.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Fleetsbridge0.4 km
- Hatch Pond Road0.4 km
- Hatch Pond Road0.4 km
- The Fleetsbridge0.4 km
- Hatch Pond Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BH170SS · Data under Open Government Licence