Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

LEIGHAM VALE ROAD, BH6 3BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEIGHAM VALE ROAD, BH6 3BZ.

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

334

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BH6 3BZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH6 3BZ combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£842k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 1.8% year-on-year.

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

BH6 3BZ is a sought-after residential area on Leigham Vale Road, 0.3km from Southbourne, West in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within West Southbourne ward and the Bournemouth East constituency.

For serious buyers, BH6 3BZ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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: Prices average £842k, up 1.8% year-on-year. 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 BH6 3BZ are sourced from Output Area E00077688 (shared with 19 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 BH6 3BZ. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 842,500

2 sales · Mean £ 842,500

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

BH6 3BZ 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.

Violence and sexual offences44
Anti-social behaviour24
Vehicle crime20
Burglary19
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Stourfield Infant School

Requires Improvement338 pupils1.0 km
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Pokesdown Community Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.0 km
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Stourfield Junior School

Good472 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School

Good1973 pupils1.2 km
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St James' Church of England Primary Academy

Good417 pupils1.2 km
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Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Good436 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Belle Vue Stores0.8 km
  • C&M Chemists0.4 km
  • The Southern Co-op0.9 km
  • Cherry Bakeswell0.7 km
  • Co-op0.8 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

10 nearby
  • Beach Lodge Guest House0.5 km
  • Cherry Tree House0.8 km
  • Cliff House Hotel0.2 km
  • Commodore Hotel0.7 km
  • Shoreline Hotel0.4 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Spyglass and Kettle0.4 km
  • Michelle White Catering at Southbourne Bowls Club0.7 km
  • Brewhouse and Kitchen - Southbourne0.7 km
  • Pokesdown & Southbourne Ex-Servicemens Club0.6 km
  • Sobo:Sommelier1.0 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Brown Dog Coffee0.8 km
  • Cafe Riva0.8 km
  • Cork and Lobster0.9 km
  • Restaurant Roots0.9 km
  • Southbourne Bowling Club and Bar0.7 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Chick King0.8 km
  • Ricky's0.8 km
  • The Indian Ocean1.0 km
  • Den's Fish & Chip Shop0.8 km
  • Fanelli's Pizza0.7 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Tesco0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pokesdown1.3 km
  • Christchurch2.2 km
  • Bournemouth3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Tuckton Corner0.1 km
  • Carbery Avenue0.2 km
  • Carbery Avenue0.2 km
  • Tuckton Corner0.2 km
  • Clifton Road0.4 km