BH19 1BE is a sought-after residential area on Prospect Crescent, 0.9km from Newton in Swanage. Administratively it sits within Swanage ward and the South Dorset constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH19, BH19 1BE offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 55 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £499k, down 42.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH19 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00103818 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PROSPECT CRESCENT, BH19 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PROSPECT CRESCENT, BH19 1BE.
290
55
£ 40,800 /yr
35%
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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH19 1BE combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£499k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £499k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 42.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH19 1BE. The average age is 54.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 330,000
1 sales · Mean £ 330,000
Detached
£ 465,000
9 sales · Mean £ 471,944
Semi-Detached
£ 500,000
1 sales · Mean £ 500,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH19 1BE has low crime rates — 10 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
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Swanage
Swanage Primary School
Swanage St Mark's Church of England Primary School
The Swanage School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Ocean Bay Watersports Beach Kiosk0.9 km
- Giggi Gelateria0.8 km
- Haymans Bakery (The Bakery)0.4 km
- Herston Yards Campsite Shop0.9 km
- Teas Maid0.1 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
16 nearby- 3 Quarters B&B0.4 km
- Amberlea0.4 km
- Glenlee Guest House0.7 km
- The Castleton Hotel1.0 km
- The Rookery1.0 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Crows Nest Inn0.9 km
- The Globe Inn0.7 km
- The Royal Oak1.0 km
- G Dog’s Bar0.9 km
- Swanage Conservative Club0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Rudge’s0.3 km
- The Old Mess Rooms0.9 km
- Golden Bengal Tandoori0.7 km
- Swanage Bay View0.8 km
- Castaways1.0 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Beach Gardens Pavilion Ice Cream Kiosk0.8 km
- Herston Campsite Restaurant and Takeaway0.9 km
- Santa Fe Fun Park0.8 km
- Herston Fish Bar0.8 km
- Greggs1.0 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poole11.7 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)12.2 km
- Hamworthy12.9 km
Bus Stops
- Coach Park0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BH191BE · Data under Open Government Licence