BH31 6EN is a sought-after residential area on Claylake Drive, 0.0km from Claylake in Verwood. Administratively it sits within Verwood ward and the North Dorset constituency.
For serious buyers, BH31 6EN is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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: Average house prices are around £380k. 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 6EN are sourced from Output Area E00103456 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLAYLAKE DRIVE, BH31 6EN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLAYLAKE DRIVE, BH31 6EN.
266
51
£ 53,300 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH31 6EN combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£380k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £380k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH31 6EN. The average age is 50.9. 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
Detached
£ 312,500
6 sales · Mean £ 303,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH31 6EN has low crime rates — 13 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
Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School
Verwood Church of England First School
Hillside Community First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Lidl GmbH0.8 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Monmouth Ash0.8 km
- The Swans0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Spice of India0.9 km
- Al Trullo0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Harlees Fish & Chips0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pokesdown16.0 km
- Christchurch16.0 km
- Bournemouth16.1 km
Bus Stops
- Claylake Drive0.1 km
- Claylake Drive0.1 km
- Lake Road Surgery0.2 km
- Lake Road Surgery0.2 km
- Lake Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH316EN · Data under Open Government Licence