Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

RODGETT CRESCENT, BH20 7AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RODGETT CRESCENT, BH20 7AR.

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

245

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 43,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH20 7AR 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BH20 7AR — age 51, 91% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

home £436,625 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH20 7AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Rodgett Crescent, 0.4km from Sandford in Sandford (Dorset). Administratively it sits within Wareham ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH20, BH20 7AR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £436k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH20 7AR are sourced from Output Area E00103808 (shared with 7 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 7AR. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 386,366

6 sales · Mean £ 401,830

Semi-Detached

£ 372,500

1 sales · Mean £ 372,500

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

BH20 7AR has low crime rates — 13 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour5
Shoplifting3
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Sandford St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good381 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Sandford Road Convenience Store0.6 km
  • The Coop0.2 km
  • Arthur Food Store Ltd0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Sandford Pub and Dorset Catering Services0.5 km
  • Sandford & District Labour Club0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The 29029 Restaurant0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Four Oaks B and B0.3 km
  • The Retreat0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Holton Heath1.7 km
  • Wareham2.0 km
  • Hamworthy6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Sandford Garage0.1 km
  • Sandford Garage0.2 km
  • Sandford Terrace0.2 km
  • Sandford Terrace0.2 km
  • Primary School0.3 km