Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

JOHNS ROAD, BH20 4BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JOHNS ROAD, BH20 4BG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

275

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 43,900 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH20 4BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BH20 4BG — age 50, 75% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £365k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 14.1% year-on-year.

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

BH20 4BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Johns Road, 0.4km from Northport in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

For serious buyers, BH20 4BG is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% 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 £365k, up 14.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4BG are sourced from Output Area E00103860 (shared with 10 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 BH20 4BG. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 335,000

5 sales · Mean £ 332,600

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

BH20 4BG 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.

Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary3
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School

Good183 pupils0.7 km
S

The Purbeck School

Good1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • B. Curtis Ltd0.9 km
  • Bare Necessities Dorset limited0.9 km
  • Carey Road Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Horseys Ltd0.7 km
  • Purbeck Wholefoods0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • B&B0.7 km
  • Spurwing Guest House0.5 km
  • Twiga House0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Antelope Inn0.9 km
  • Duke of Wellington0.9 km
  • Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.5 km
  • The Kings Arms0.7 km
  • Wareham Conservative Club1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • All Stars Sports Bar1.0 km
  • Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.5 km
  • Bradfords0.5 km
  • Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.7 km
  • Garden Gate Tea Room0.8 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarket0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • KW Chinese1.0 km
  • Light Bites0.9 km
  • Long Johns Fish and Chips0.9 km
  • Lotus Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • The Chipperies1.0 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wareham0.1 km
  • Holton Heath3.4 km
  • Wool7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Wareham Rail Station0.0 km
  • Wareham Rail Station0.1 km
  • Johns Road0.1 km
  • Wareham Station0.1 km
  • Bere Road0.2 km