Is BH21 1SR a safe place to live?

Yes, BH21 1SR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BH21 1SR?

The average property price in BH21 1SR is currently around £466k.

What is the population of BH21 1SR?

The population for the BH21 1SR area is approximately 282 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

SOPWITH CRESCENT, BH21 1SR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOPWITH CRESCENT, BH21 1SR.

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Population

282

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 57,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH21 1SR 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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9/10

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9/10

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3/10

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4/10

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1/10

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8/10

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6/10

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10/10

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7/10

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Area Character

BH21 1SR is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £466k, 93% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £466k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 13.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH21 1SR is a sought-after residential area on Sopwith Crescent, 0.6km from Merley in Merley. Administratively it sits within Bearwood & Merley ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH21, BH21 1SR offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £466k, down 13.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BH21 1SR are sourced from Output Area E00078032 (shared with 5 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 1SR. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 2%

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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 465,000

11 sales · Mean £ 471,295

Semi-Detached

£ 360,000

4 sales · Mean £ 336,250

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

BH21 1SR has low crime rates — 11 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 offences7

Anti-social behaviour6

Shoplifting6

Burglary3

Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

Merley First School

Outstanding302 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Merley Pharmacy0.4 km
Nisa Local0.4 km

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Shan Hai Chinese Takeway0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

The Hamworthy Club0.7 km
Willett Arms0.8 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Ashton Lodge0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Parkstone (Dorset)7.2 km
Branksome7.4 km
Poole7.7 km

Bus Stops

Chichester Walk0.1 km
Chichester Walk0.1 km
De Haviland Close0.2 km
De Haviland Close0.2 km
The Lantern Church0.3 km