Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

GROSVENOR ROAD, BH4 8BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROSVENOR ROAD, BH4 8BW.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 46,800 /yr

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Employed

34%

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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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Average age 59, 71% owned. BH4 8BW is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £320k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 17.6% year-on-year.

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

BH4 8BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Grosvenor Road, 0.3km from Westbourne in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Westbourne & West Cliff ward and the Bournemouth West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH4, BH4 8BW offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 59 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 71% 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 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k, up 17.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH4 8BW are sourced from Output Area E00077715 (shared with 7 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 BH4 8BW. The average age is 59.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.3%
Asian / British Asian8.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.9%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Flat

£ 249,975

6 sales · Mean £ 259,658

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

BH4 8BW has low crime rates — 41 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 behaviour70
Violence and sexual offences69
Shoplifting61
Other theft28
Vehicle crime25

school Local Schools

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St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Good672 pupils0.8 km
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Victoria Education Centre

Good86 pupils1.4 km
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Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School

Good630 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • M J Wines Ltd0.9 km
  • Almond & Co0.3 km
  • Bennetts Family Bakery0.3 km
  • Cook0.4 km
  • Costcutter0.3 km
  • + 17 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

15 nearby
  • Applewood Hotel0.9 km
  • Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel0.7 km
  • Durley Grange Hotel1.0 km
  • Kensington Hotel0.9 km
  • Laguna Hotel0.6 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • DYMK0.9 km
  • Shika Lounge1.0 km
  • The Vault0.9 km
  • The Libertine0.4 km
  • The Porterhouse0.4 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

53 nearby
  • Bournemouth Tennis Centre0.9 km
  • N & C CAFE0.5 km
  • Olive Bistro Cafe0.9 km
  • St Michaels Church0.5 km
  • The Pot Shop0.9 km
  • + 48 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-op0.5 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Triangle Mini Market1.0 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Bunny's Chicken1.0 km
  • Da Mario0.5 km
  • Pizza Pino0.4 km
  • Subway0.3 km
  • Westbourne Sandwich Company0.3 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Branksome1.5 km
  • Bournemouth2.6 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Grosvenor Road0.0 km
  • Grosvenor Road0.1 km
  • The Westbourne0.1 km
  • Library0.2 km
  • Marlborough Road0.2 km