Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

AUTUMN CLOSE, BH22 9SX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AUTUMN CLOSE, BH22 9SX.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 50,400 /yr

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Employed

43%

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. 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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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BH22 9SX — age 54, 91% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £390k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

BH22 9SX is a sought-after residential area on Autumn Close, 0.9km from Ameysford in Ferndown. Administratively it sits within Ferndown North ward and the Christchurch constituency.

For serious buyers, BH22 9SX is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH22 9SX are sourced from Output Area E00103248 (shared with 6 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 9SX. The average age is 53.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 390,000

5 sales · Mean £ 390,000

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

BH22 9SX has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Anti-social behaviour13
Other theft4
Vehicle crime3
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Ferndown Upper School

Good979 pupils0.6 km
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Ferndown Middle School

Good577 pupils1.1 km
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Ferndown First School

Good356 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Pure Drop Inn0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

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

5 nearby
  • Campus & Co0.9 km
  • Central Stores0.6 km
  • Londis0.2 km
  • Sam News0.6 km
  • Spices of India0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Ferndown Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Peking Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Saffron Spice0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Branksome9.5 km
  • Bournemouth9.8 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)10.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Ameysford Road Shops0.2 km
  • Ameysford Road Shops0.2 km
  • Coppice Avenue0.2 km
  • Coppice Avenue0.2 km
  • Kestrel Close0.3 km