Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

CHARMINSTER ROAD, BH8 9SG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARMINSTER ROAD, BH8 9SG.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 51,600 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH8 9SG 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.

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7/10
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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH8 9SG combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£570k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £570k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

BH8 9SG is a sought-after residential area on Charminster Road, 0.6km from Charminster in Bournemouth. Administratively it sits within Queen's Park ward and the Bournemouth East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH8, BH8 9SG offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 74% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £570k. 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 BH8 9SG are sourced from Output Area E00077548 (shared with 9 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 BH8 9SG. The average age is 39.1. 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 Asian6.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed9.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 440,000

3 sales · Mean £ 475,000

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

BH8 9SG has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences79
Vehicle crime38
Anti-social behaviour23
Other theft22
Burglary16

school Local Schools

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Queen's Park Infant Academy

Good358 pupils0.4 km
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Queen's Park Academy

Outstanding477 pupils0.4 km
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Bournemouth School

Outstanding1165 pupils0.5 km
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St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School

Good420 pupils0.5 km
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St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Good437 pupils0.9 km
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Bournemouth School for Girls

Outstanding1197 pupils0.9 km
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Linwood School

Outstanding387 pupils0.9 km
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The Bishop of Winchester Academy

Good1184 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Sir David English Sports Centre0.7 km
  • Corner Shop1.0 km
  • Charminster SS - ESSO0.3 km
  • Premier0.8 km
  • Tansa Convenience Store0.1 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Moordown Bowling Club1.0 km
  • Fiveways0.1 km
  • Wonderful Karaoke Rooms0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Bournemouth Parks Foundation0.8 km
  • Maru Korean Restaurant0.9 km
  • Bates Restaurant0.3 km
  • BH Vape0.3 km
  • First & Last0.3 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Chicken Cottage0.9 km
  • Five Ways Chinese Take Away0.3 km
  • Susan Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • West Way Fisheries0.6 km
  • Chickie One0.5 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bournemouth1.9 km
  • Pokesdown3.0 km
  • Branksome4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Library0.1 km
  • The Library0.1 km
  • Five Ways0.1 km
  • Five Ways0.2 km
  • Gresham Road0.3 km