Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

HIGHLAND VIEW CLOSE, BH21 2QX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHLAND VIEW CLOSE, BH21 2QX.

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

230

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 55,700 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH21 2QX 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 95% owned. BH21 2QX is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. With £747k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

BH21 2QX is a sought-after residential area on Highland View Close, 0.6km from Rowlands in Wimborne Minster. Administratively it sits within Wimborne Minster ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH21, BH21 2QX offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 95% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £747k. 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 2QX are sourced from Output Area E00103274 (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 2QX. The average age is 56.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 19%
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

£ 697,500

4 sales · Mean £ 693,750

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

BH21 2QX has low crime rates — 3 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 offences6
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne

Good153 pupils0.5 km
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Beaucroft Foundation School

Outstanding168 pupils0.5 km
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Wimborne First School and Nursery

Good312 pupils0.7 km
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Allenbourn Middle School

Outstanding582 pupils0.8 km
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St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill

Good598 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Wessex Retail Ltd0.7 km
  • Wimborne Food Bank0.9 km
  • Cambridge Weight Plan0.9 km
  • Chocobake Ltd0.9 km
  • Co Op0.9 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • The Horns Inn0.8 km
  • Wimborne Rugby Football Club0.7 km
  • BUTCHERS DOG1.0 km
  • The Dancing Moose1.0 km
  • The Tap House1.0 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • GORDON HOUSE - BED & BREAKFAST0.9 km
  • WIMBORNE LODGE B&B0.7 km
  • Florence House1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Cafe Aroma1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Le Petit Prince1.0 km
  • The Cafe on the Square1.0 km
  • The Olive Branch0.9 km
  • + 9 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Short and Sweet Company0.9 km
  • Best Pizza & Kebab0.9 km
  • Krua Thai Catering0.9 km
  • Long John's Fish & Chips0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Parkstone (Dorset)9.1 km
  • Hamworthy9.2 km
  • Branksome9.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Onslow Gardens0.1 km
  • Post Box0.1 km
  • Onslow Gardens0.2 km
  • Post Box0.2 km
  • Royston Drive0.3 km