Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

COLIN CLOSE, BH21 3QG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLIN CLOSE, BH21 3QG.

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Population

268

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 52,600 /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: BH21 3QG 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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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BH21 3QG's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £580k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

BH21 3QG is a sought-after residential area on Colin Close, 0.1km from Hill View in Corfe Mullen. Administratively it sits within Corfe Mullen ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH21, BH21 3QG offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £580k. 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 3QG are sourced from Output Area E00103305 (shared with 6 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 3QG. The average age is 50.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 526,000

3 sales · Mean £ 529,833

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

BH21 3QG has low crime rates — 12 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 behaviour14
Violence and sexual offences14
Shoplifting5
Other theft2
Robbery2

school Local Schools

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Rushcombe First School

Outstanding305 pupils0.4 km
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Springdale First School

Outstanding301 pupils0.8 km
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Henbury View First School

Outstanding152 pupils0.9 km
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Corfe Hills School

Good882 pupils1.1 km
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Lockyer's Middle School

Good463 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Co Op0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Kenways Bed and Breakfast0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • And Coffee0.4 km
  • Jim's Cheesecakes0.3 km
  • Kates Korner0.3 km
  • Taj Restaurant Ltd0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Chinese Whispers0.2 km
  • Harlees Fish & Chips0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy4.2 km
  • Poole5.6 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Springdale Park0.2 km
  • Ivor Road0.2 km
  • Ivor Road0.2 km
  • Albert Road0.2 km
  • Albert Road0.2 km