Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BH19 1AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH19 1AH.

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Population

227

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 40,800 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BH19 1AH spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH19 1AH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Swanage in Swanage. Administratively it sits within Swanage ward and the South Dorset constituency.

For families considering a move, BH19 1AH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BH19 1AH are sourced from Output Area E00103830 (shared with 25 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 BH19 1AH. The average age is 52.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

BH19 1AH has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31
Shoplifting29
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Swanage Primary School

Good202 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Swanage

Good203 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Ocean Bay Watersports Beach Kiosk0.6 km
  • Giggi Gelateria0.4 km
  • Teas Maid0.7 km
  • Spar Triangle Garage0.9 km
  • Budgens0.2 km
  • + 11 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

23 nearby
  • 3 Quarters B&B0.9 km
  • Amberlea0.4 km
  • Glenlee Guest House0.5 km
  • Grand Hotel (Swanage) Ltd0.9 km
  • Swanage Haven Guest House1.0 km
  • + 18 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Crows Nest Inn0.7 km
  • East Bar0.5 km
  • G Dog’s Bar0.2 km
  • Ship Inn0.5 km
  • The Anchor Inn0.4 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • Rudge’s1.0 km
  • Baboo Gelato Ltd0.4 km
  • Beavers Restaurant0.3 km
  • Castaways0.4 km
  • Chilled Red0.3 km
  • + 31 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Beach Gardens Pavilion Ice Cream Kiosk0.6 km
  • Santa Fe Fun Park0.4 km
  • Dinos Swanage Ltd0.5 km
  • Fortes Gelateria0.3 km
  • Greggs0.2 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Poole12.0 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)12.4 km
  • Branksome13.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Mowlem Court0.1 km
  • Mowlem Court0.1 km
  • Banjo Pier0.1 km
  • Banjo Pier0.1 km
  • Gilbert Road0.2 km