Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

HILLTOP ROAD, BH22 9QS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLTOP ROAD, BH22 9QS.

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

341

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 50,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

BH22 9QS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £444k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 13.4% year-on-year.

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

BH22 9QS is a sought-after residential area on Hilltop Road, 0.8km from Ameysford in Ferndown. Administratively it sits within Ferndown North ward and the Christchurch constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH22, BH22 9QS offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £444k, down 13.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH22 9QS are sourced from Output Area E00103244 (shared with 5 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 9QS. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 530,000

8 sales · Mean £ 482,500

Semi-Detached

£ 375,000

5 sales · Mean £ 350,076

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

BH22 9QS has low crime rates — 11 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 offences13
Other theft4
Vehicle crime3
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Ferndown Upper School

Good979 pupils0.7 km
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Ferndown Middle School

Good577 pupils1.2 km
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Ferndown First School

Good356 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Pure Drop Inn0.6 km
  • Forest Inn1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Ozzie’s Big Breakfast0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Campus & Co1.0 km
  • Central Stores0.7 km
  • Londis0.2 km
  • Sam News0.7 km
  • Spices of India0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Ferndown Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Peking Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Saffron Spice0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Branksome9.5 km
  • Bournemouth9.9 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)10.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Ameysford Road Shops0.2 km
  • Ameysford Road Shops0.2 km
  • Kestrel Close0.3 km
  • Redwood Drive0.3 km
  • Kestrel Close0.3 km