Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BH22 8FN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BH22 8FN.

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

380

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Avg Age

60

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Avg Income

£ 52,900 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH22 8FN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Average age 60, 83% owned. BH22 8FN is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

BH22 8FN is a sought-after residential area located 1.2km from Parley Cross in Ferndown. Administratively it sits within West Parley ward and the Christchurch constituency.

For serious buyers, BH22 8FN is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. An established, mature community with an average age of 60 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 83% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 BH22 8FN are sourced from Output Area E00103373 (shared with 23 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 8FN. The average age is 60.5. 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 Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 1%
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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 8FN has low crime rates — 12 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 behaviour14
Other theft3
Burglary3
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Parley First School

Good314 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Casbrook Property Management Ltd1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Bamboo Chinese Takeway0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bournemouth7.2 km
  • Branksome7.7 km
  • Pokesdown7.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Chapelgate Garage0.4 km
  • Chapelgate Garage0.4 km
  • Dudsbury Avenue0.4 km
  • Dudsbury Avenue0.4 km
  • Winnards Close0.5 km