BH20 4BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Walls View Road, 0.6km from Northport in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH20, BH20 4BJ offers 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4BJ are sourced from Output Area E00103860 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WALLS VIEW ROAD, BH20 4BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALLS VIEW ROAD, BH20 4BJ.
275
50
£ 43,900 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH20 4BJ 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.
Area Character
BH20 4BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 75% 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 4BJ. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 366,500
4 sales · Mean £ 398,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH20 4BJ has low crime rates — 18 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- B. Curtis Ltd1.0 km
- Carey Road Convenience Store0.1 km
- Horseys Ltd0.8 km
- Purbeck Wholefoods0.9 km
- The Italian Bakery0.8 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- B&B0.8 km
- Spurwing Guest House0.6 km
- Twiga House0.6 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
13 nearby- All Stars Sports Bar0.9 km
- Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.6 km
- Bradfords0.7 km
- Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.8 km
- Garden Gate Tea Room0.9 km
- + 8 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
- Wareham0.3 km
- Holton Heath3.5 km
- Wool7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Carey Road0.1 km
- Johns Road0.1 km
- Mistover Road0.2 km
- Bere Road0.2 km
- Wareham Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH204BJ · Data under Open Government Licence