Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BH20 4PP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH20 4PP.

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Population

272

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 43,900 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH20 4PP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income 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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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 94% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, BH20 4PP is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

BH20 4PP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.9km from Wareham in Wareham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

Day-to-day life in BH20 4PP has the character of a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BH20 4PP are sourced from Output Area E00183065 (shared with 37 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 4PP. The average age is 59.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

BH20 4PP has low crime rates — 28 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.

Anti-social behaviour21
Violence and sexual offences19
Shoplifting18
Other theft7
Burglary6

school Local Schools

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Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School

Good183 pupils0.4 km
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The Purbeck School

Good0.7 km
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Stoborough Church of England Primary School

Good199 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • B. Curtis Ltd0.3 km
  • Bare Necessities Dorset limited0.3 km
  • Horseys Ltd0.4 km
  • Purbeck Ford0.8 km
  • Purbeck Wholefoods0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Frome Corner B&B0.4 km
  • The Priory Hotel0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Antelope Inn0.3 km
  • Duke of Wellington0.4 km
  • Horse & Groom0.4 km
  • Swanage and Wareham Rugby Club0.5 km
  • The Kings Arms0.4 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • All Stars Sports Bar0.3 km
  • Daruchini Indian and Bangladeshi Cuisine0.4 km
  • Garden Gate Tea Room0.3 km
  • Harry's Cafe Bar0.3 km
  • Kaff's Coffee Pot0.4 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op Stores Ltd0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarket0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • KW Chinese0.3 km
  • Light Bites0.3 km
  • Long Johns Fish and Chips0.3 km
  • Lotus Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • The Chipperies0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wareham0.9 km
  • Holton Heath3.9 km
  • Wool7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Police Station0.1 km
  • Police Station0.1 km
  • Middle School closed0.3 km
  • South Bridge0.3 km
  • South Bridge0.3 km