BH20 4BD is a safe, established residential area on Carey Approach, 0.4km from Northport in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
For serious buyers, BH20 4BD is a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 78% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4BD are sourced from Output Area E00103858 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAREY APPROACH, BH20 4BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAREY APPROACH, BH20 4BD.
296
44
£ 43,900 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH20 4BD 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
BH20 4BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 78% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH20 4BD. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 285,000
2 sales · Mean £ 285,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH20 4BD has low crime rates — 16 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
Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School
The Purbeck School
Sandford St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- B. Curtis Ltd1.0 km
- Carey Road Convenience Store0.2 km
- Horseys Ltd0.8 km
- Purbeck Wholefoods0.8 km
- The Italian Bakery0.8 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- B&B0.6 km
- Spurwing Guest House0.4 km
- Twiga House0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Antelope Inn1.0 km
- Duke of Wellington1.0 km
- Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.6 km
- The Kings Arms0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.4 km
- Bradfords0.5 km
- Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.8 km
- Garden Gate Tea Room0.9 km
- Le Petit Vin Cafe1.0 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op Stores Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Light Bites1.0 km
- Long Johns Fish and Chips1.0 km
- Lotus Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wareham0.2 km
- Holton Heath3.3 km
- Wool7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Johns Road0.1 km
- Wareham Station0.1 km
- Bere Road0.1 km
- Wareham Rail Station0.1 km
- Wareham Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BH204BD · Data under Open Government Licence