Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

PRIORY ROAD, BH22 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORY ROAD, BH22 0AY.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

£ 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.

Anti-social behaviour13
Violence and sexual offences11
Shoplifting7
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3

school Local Schools

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West Moors Middle School

Good215 pupils0.6 km
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Oakhurst Community First School

Good173 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • McColls0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.1 km
  • TURBARY WINE0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Dancing Rooster0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Karsberg's Gelato0.8 km
  • Tremains Tea Hut1.0 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • LIDL0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
fastfood

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