Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

MELLSTOCK CRESCENT, BH20 4BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELLSTOCK CRESCENT, BH20 4BX.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 43,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH20 4BX 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.

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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BH20 4BX's 59% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 8.6% year-on-year.

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

BH20 4BX is a safe, established residential area on Mellstock Crescent, 0.6km from Northport in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, up 8.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4BX are sourced from Output Area E00103854 (shared with 16 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 4BX. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 315,000

3 sales · Mean £ 305,666

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

BH20 4BX 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.

Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour13
Criminal damage and arson6
Vehicle crime3
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School

Good183 pupils0.8 km
S

The Purbeck School

Good1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Carey Road Convenience Store0.1 km
  • Horseys Ltd0.9 km
  • Purbeck Wholefoods1.0 km
  • The Italian Bakery0.9 km
  • SPAR (Gillettes) Wareham0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • B&B0.8 km
  • Spurwing Guest House0.6 km
  • Twiga House0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.7 km
  • The Kings Arms0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.6 km
  • Bradfords0.7 km
  • Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.9 km
  • Monsoon0.4 km
  • Pandada0.9 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wareham0.4 km
  • Holton Heath3.5 km
  • Wool7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Carey Road0.1 km
  • Mistover Road0.1 km
  • Egdon Road0.1 km
  • Bere Road0.2 km
  • Bere Road0.2 km