BH20 4DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bere Road, 0.5km from Northport in Wareham. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.
For families considering a move, BH20 4DB represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4DB are sourced from Output Area E00103860 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BERE ROAD, BH20 4DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BERE ROAD, BH20 4DB.
275
50
£ 43,900 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH20 4DB 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
No single demographic signal dominates BH20 4DB — age 50, 75% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 4DB. 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
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 270,750
2 sales · Mean £ 270,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH20 4DB has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. 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
5 nearby- Carey Road Convenience Store0.2 km
- Horseys Ltd0.9 km
- Purbeck Wholefoods1.0 km
- The Italian Bakery0.9 km
- SPAR (Gillettes) Wareham0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- B&B0.7 km
- Spurwing Guest House0.5 km
- Twiga House0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.7 km
- The Kings Arms0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Allstars @ Wareham Golf Club0.5 km
- Bradfords0.6 km
- Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.9 km
- Monsoon0.4 km
- Pandada1.0 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wareham0.3 km
- Holton Heath3.4 km
- Wool7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Bere Road0.0 km
- Bere Road0.1 km
- Northmoor Way0.1 km
- Northmoor Way0.1 km
- Egdon Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH204DB · Data under Open Government Licence