Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

RETREAT ROAD, BH21 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RETREAT ROAD, BH21 1BU.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH21 1BU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BH21 1BU has a significant social housing presence — 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

home £795,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH21 1BU is a safe, established residential area on Retreat Road, 0.3km from St. John's in Wimborne Minster. Administratively it sits within Wimborne Minster ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BH21 1BU is 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. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £795k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH21 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00103507 (shared with 9 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 BH21 1BU. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 795,000

1 sales · Mean £ 795,000

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

BH21 1BU 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 behaviour58
Violence and sexual offences45
Criminal damage and arson12
Shoplifting10
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne

Good153 pupils0.2 km
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Allenbourn Middle School

Outstanding582 pupils0.8 km
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Beaucroft Foundation School

Outstanding168 pupils1.0 km
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Wimborne First School and Nursery

Good312 pupils1.1 km
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St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill

Good598 pupils1.4 km
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Merley First School

Outstanding302 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Wessex Retail Ltd0.4 km
  • Wimborne Food Bank0.6 km
  • Chocobake Ltd0.6 km
  • Co Op0.6 km
  • Farehouse Trading Co.0.7 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Wimborne Rugby Football Club0.4 km
  • BUTCHERS DOG0.7 km
  • Ten Bottles Tapas & Wine Bar0.8 km
  • The Dancing Moose0.7 km
  • The Kings Head Hotel0.8 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Corn Exchange0.8 km
  • Cafe Aroma0.8 km
  • CLaRC0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Deans Court Cafe0.8 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • GORDON HOUSE - BED & BREAKFAST0.9 km
  • WIMBORNE LODGE B&B0.3 km
  • Florence House0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Short and Sweet Company0.7 km
  • Mango & Sorrel0.7 km
  • Best Pizza & Kebab0.5 km
  • Krua Thai Catering0.5 km
  • Long John's Fish & Chips0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy8.7 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)8.7 km
  • Branksome8.9 km

Bus Stops

  • St John's Hill0.1 km
  • St John's Hill0.1 km
  • St John's Hill0.1 km
  • Oakdene Close0.2 km
  • Oakdene Close0.2 km