BH19 1BP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Burlington Road, 0.6km from Swanage, New in Swanage. Administratively it sits within Swanage ward and the South Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, BH19 1BP represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 58 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £345k, down 2.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH19 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00103828 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURLINGTON ROAD, BH19 1BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURLINGTON ROAD, BH19 1BP.
266
58
£ 40,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH19 1BP 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
BH19 1BP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 58, 64% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 2.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH19 1BP. The average age is 58.0. 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
Flat
£ 340,000
3 sales · Mean £ 313,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
BH19 1BP 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Ocean Bay Watersports Beach Kiosk0.2 km
- Ballard Down Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Giggi Gelateria0.4 km
- Teas Maid1.0 km
- Budgens1.0 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
12 nearby- Amberlea0.8 km
- Avon House0.3 km
- Glenlee Guest House0.3 km
- Grand Hotel (Swanage) Ltd0.2 km
- Sunburst0.5 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Crows Nest Inn0.1 km
- G Dog’s Bar1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Beach Gardens Pavilion Ice Cream Kiosk0.2 km
- Santa Fe Fun Park0.4 km
- Greggs1.0 km
- Romeos Piri Piri Swanage1.0 km
- Swanage Station Kiosk1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- McKenzies1.0 km
- Sea Breeze Restaurant and Takeaway1.0 km
- TeaBreaks catering limited1.0 km
- Wessex Belle Dining Car1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poole11.3 km
- Parkstone (Dorset)11.6 km
- Branksome12.4 km
Bus Stops
- Crows Nest Inn0.0 km
- Crows Nest Inn0.0 km
- All Saints Church0.2 km
- Clifton Road0.2 km
- Clifton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH191BP · Data under Open Government Licence