Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BH21 7LX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH21 7LX.

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

577

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 52,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH21 7LX combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£533k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £533k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 4.3% year-on-year.

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

BH21 7LX is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Hampreston in Dorset. Administratively it sits within Ferndown South ward and the Christchurch constituency.

For serious buyers, BH21 7LX is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £533k, up 4.3% 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 7LX are sourced from Output Area E00183033 (shared with 21 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 7LX. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
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

£ 545,000

1 sales · Mean £ 545,000

Semi-Detached

£ 522,500

1 sales · Mean £ 522,500

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

BH21 7LX has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Hampreston Church of England Voluntary Aided First School

Outstanding149 pupils0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Branksome7.0 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)7.6 km
  • Bournemouth8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Hampreston Cross0.2 km
  • Hampreston Cross0.2 km