Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

ROMAN HEIGHTS, BH21 3XQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROMAN HEIGHTS, BH21 3XQ.

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

389

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 52,600 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH21 3XQ combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£494k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

BH21 3XQ is a sought-after residential area on Roman Heights, 0.2km from Mount Pleasant in Corfe Mullen. Administratively it sits within Corfe Mullen ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

For serious buyers, BH21 3XQ is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £494k. 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 3XQ are sourced from Output Area E00103294 (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 3XQ. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 472,000

3 sales · Mean £ 467,666

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

BH21 3XQ has low crime rates — 17 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 offences17
Anti-social behaviour11
Shoplifting9
Other theft5
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Lockyer's Middle School

Good463 pupils0.2 km
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Corfe Hills School

Good882 pupils1.0 km
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Henbury View First School

Outstanding152 pupils1.1 km
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Rushcombe First School

Outstanding305 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.4 km
  • Windgreen Asda on the Move0.2 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Kenways Bed and Breakfast0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • ROYAL BRITISH LEGION0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • JASMINE'S CAFE0.7 km
  • The Terrace Cafe0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Windgreen Subway0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy5.7 km
  • Poole6.9 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Wareham Road Roundabout0.1 km
  • Wareham Road Roundabout0.1 km
  • Mount Pleasant0.2 km
  • Mount Pleasant0.2 km
  • Windgreen0.2 km