BH22 0AY is a sought-after residential area on Priory Road, 0.4km from St Leonard's Farm Park in West Moors. Administratively it sits within West Moors & Three Legged Cross ward and the Christchurch constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH22, BH22 0AY offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 75% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £586k, down 16.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH22 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00103477 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRIORY ROAD, BH22 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORY ROAD, BH22 0AY.
335
49
£ 45,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH22 0AY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BH22 0AY's low deprivation rank, 75% ownership, and £586k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 16.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH22 0AY. The average age is 49.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 463,000
14 sales · Mean £ 482,321
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH22 0AY has low crime rates — 18 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.
school Local Schools
West Moors Middle School
Oakhurst Community First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- McColls0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.1 km
- TURBARY WINE0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Dancing Rooster0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Karsberg's Gelato0.8 km
- Tremains Tea Hut1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- LIDL0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Jade Peking0.1 km
- Karsberg Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Pizzarella0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bournemouth9.8 km
- Pokesdown10.0 km
- Branksome10.3 km
Bus Stops
- Shopping Centre0.1 km
- Shopping Centre0.2 km
- Pinehurst Road0.2 km
- Abbey Road0.2 km
- Abbey Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH220AY · Data under Open Government Licence