Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BH22 0BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH22 0BP.

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

62

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

BH22 0BP is a settled retirement community — average age 62, 94% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

BH22 0BP is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Trickett's Cross in West Moors. Administratively it sits within West Moors & Three Legged Cross ward and the Christchurch constituency.

For serious buyers, BH22 0BP is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Residents here average 62 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 94% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BH22 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00103476 (shared with 7 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 0BP. The average age is 62.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

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

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

BH22 0BP has low crime rates — 6 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 behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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West Moors Middle School

Good215 pupils0.5 km
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Oakhurst Community First School

Good173 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • McColls0.9 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.6 km
  • TURBARY WINE0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Dancing Rooster0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Karsberg's Gelato0.9 km
  • Tremains Tea Hut0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • LIDL0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Jade Peking0.6 km
  • Karsberg Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Pizzarella0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bournemouth10.0 km
  • Pokesdown10.3 km
  • Branksome10.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Elmhurst Road0.2 km
  • Elmhurst Road0.3 km
  • Abbey Road0.3 km
  • Abbey Road0.3 km
  • Middle School0.4 km