Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

BADGERS WALK, BH22 9QF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BADGERS WALK, BH22 9QF.

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

387

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

32%

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

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 82% owner-occupation and an average age of 61, BH22 9QF is established retirement territory. With £1.1M prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode. Property prices are trending up 44.1% year-on-year.

home £1,065,000 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH22 9QF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Badgers Walk, 0.7km from Trickett's Cross in Ferndown. Administratively it sits within Ferndown North ward and the Christchurch constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH22, BH22 9QF offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 61) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 82% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.1M, up 44.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH22 9QF are sourced from Output Area E00103323 (shared with 20 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 9QF. The average age is 60.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 19%
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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 829,750

6 sales · Mean £ 869,916

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

BH22 9QF has low crime rates — 13 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 behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences5
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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West Moors Middle School

Good215 pupils1.3 km
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Oakhurst Community First School

Good173 pupils1.3 km
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Ferndown Middle School

Good577 pupils1.4 km
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Ferndown Upper School

Good979 pupils1.4 km
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Ferndown First School

Good356 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Ferndown Food & Wine Store1.0 km
  • McColls0.4 km
  • TURBARY WINE0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Dancing Rooster1.0 km
  • The Nightjar1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Karsberg's Gelato0.4 km
  • Pots & Paint1.0 km
  • The Golden Horse0.9 km
  • Tremains Tea Hut0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • LIDL0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Ferndown Fish & Chips1.0 km
  • Ferndown Kebab0.9 km
  • Karsberg Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • Pizzarella0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bournemouth9.3 km
  • Branksome9.6 km
  • Pokesdown9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Whincroft Close0.1 km
  • Whincroft Close0.2 km
  • Coach House Mews0.3 km
  • Coach House Mews0.3 km
  • Turbary Road0.3 km