Is BH22 0DN a safe place to live?

Yes, BH22 0DN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BH22 0DN?

The average property price in BH22 0DN is currently around £410k.

What is the population of BH22 0DN?

The population for the BH22 0DN area is approximately 293 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

ELMHURST WAY, BH22 0DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMHURST WAY, BH22 0DN.

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

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Population

293

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /yr

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Employed

40%

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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9/10

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7/10

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3/10

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7/10

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3/10

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4/10

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2/10

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10/10

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3/10

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Area Character

BH22 0DN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £410k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH22 0DN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Elmhurst Way, 1.1km from West Moors in West Moors. Administratively it sits within West Moors & Three Legged Cross ward and the Christchurch constituency.

For serious buyers, BH22 0DN is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Residents average 54 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 91% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £410k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH22 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00103486 (shared with 4 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 0DN. The average age is 54.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 0%

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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 420,000

9 sales · Mean £ 428,666

Semi-Detached

£ 330,000

1 sales · Mean £ 330,000

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

BH22 0DN has low crime rates — 7 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 behaviour7

Violence and sexual offences6

Criminal damage and arson5

Other theft2

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

West Moors Middle School

Good215 pupils0.2 km

Oakhurst Community First School

Good173 pupils0.3 km

West Moors, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School

Good176 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Tesco0.9 km
Morrisons Daily0.8 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Elephant & Castle0.9 km
Dancing Rooster0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Seafoods Fish and Chips1.0 km
Jade Peking0.8 km

local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

1 nearby

LIDL1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bournemouth10.5 km
Pokesdown10.7 km
Branksome11.0 km

Bus Stops

Middle School0.2 km
Elmhurst Road0.3 km
Elmhurst Road0.4 km
Oakhurst Road0.4 km
Oakhurst Road0.4 km