BH8 8RS is a safe, established residential area on Richmond Park Road, 0.9km from Springbourne in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Queen's Park ward and the Bournemouth East constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BH8 8RS 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. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 64% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BH8 8RS are sourced from Output Area E00172735 (shared with 2 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICHMOND PARK ROAD, BH8 8RS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHMOND PARK ROAD, BH8 8RS.
166
31
£ 44,800 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BH8 8RS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 31, 32% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH8 8RS. The average age is 30.8. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 159,000
6 sales · Mean £ 157,925
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH8 8RS has low crime rates — 33 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
Linwood School
Malmesbury Park Primary School
St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School
Bethany Church of England Junior School
Queen's Park Infant Academy
Queen's Park Academy
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Bournemouth School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Down the Hatch0.6 km
- Guven Express Ltd0.2 km
- Park Garage - Shell0.6 km
- Springbourne Supermarket0.7 km
- Best One Convenience Store0.9 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Avon Social Club0.5 km
- Bournemouth East Conservative Club0.6 km
- Cricketers Arms0.9 km
- The Firkin Shed (Micro pub)0.6 km
- Wonderful Karaoke Rooms0.5 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
56 nearby- Al's Diner0.7 km
- Bella Bean0.6 km
- Bucegi0.6 km
- SukhoThai Restaurant0.7 km
- The Dorset Pantry0.7 km
- + 51 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.6 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Co-op0.7 km
- Makkah Food Store0.5 km
- European Supermarket0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- MY Chinese Take-away0.7 km
- Pamir BBQ Express0.6 km
- Paprika0.7 km
- The Galley Fish and Chip Shop0.7 km
- The Taste of China0.6 km
- + 16 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Pinewood Guest House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bournemouth1.1 km
- Pokesdown2.4 km
- Branksome4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Howard Road0.1 km
- Bennett Road0.1 km
- Howard Road0.1 km
- Bennett Road0.2 km
- Capstone Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH88RS · Data under Open Government Licence