BH31 6DS is a sought-after residential area on Manor Road, 0.1km from Verwood in Verwood. Administratively it sits within Verwood ward and the North Dorset constituency.
For serious buyers, BH31 6DS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 94% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k. 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 BH31 6DS are sourced from Output Area E00103441 (shared with 45 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MANOR ROAD, BH31 6DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANOR ROAD, BH31 6DS.
347
56
£ 50,100 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 94% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, BH31 6DS is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £340k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH31 6DS. The average age is 56.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 340,000
1 sales · Mean £ 340,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH31 6DS has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
Hillside Community First School
Trinity Church of England First School
Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School
Verwood Church of England First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Lidl GmbH0.9 km
- Andrews Butchers (Verwood) Ltd0.0 km
- Tibbles Teepees0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Monmouth Ash0.6 km
- The Swans0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Cafe Aroma0.2 km
- Hillside Community First School0.4 km
- Spice of India0.7 km
- Al Trullo0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.1 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.9 km
- Tesco0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Harlees Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Kebab and Pizza Hot0.2 km
- Champagne Chinese Takeaway0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pokesdown17.1 km
- Bournemouth17.1 km
- Christchurch17.2 km
Bus Stops
- Library0.1 km
- Verwood Memorial Hall0.1 km
- Verwood Memorial Hall0.2 km
- Fire Station0.2 km
- Fire Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH316DS · Data under Open Government Licence