20,068TOTAL POPULATION
8,606HOUSEHOLDS
3.7%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£31,720AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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BH10 POSTCODE REGION

Bournemouth (BH10)

The BH10 postcode area is located in the Bournemouth postcode town region, within the county of Dorset, and contains a total of 589 individual postcodes.

There are 7 electoral wards in the BH10 postcode area, including Bournemouth, Broadstone, Christchurch, Ferndown, New Milton, Poole, Ringwood, Swanage, Verwood, Wareham, Wimborne which come under the local authority of the Bournemouth Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 16% of people in BH10 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of BH10 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The BH10 postcode is an area located in the Bournemouth district in the south of England. It currently covers parts of Broadstone, Branksome, Bear Cross, west of Moordown and Upton and areas surrounding the Bournemouth Airport.

The BH10 postcode provides easy access to amenities such as shops, restaurants, bars, leisure activities, transport and educational services. It also boasts beautiful scenery, local parks and close proximity to beaches. As such, BH10 is a great destination for those looking to visit Bournemouth.

BH10 is in close proximity to Bournemouth town centre. From the centre, the shopping district and train station are a 10 minute drive, making it a convenient location for those who need easy access to the city. The leisure complex at the BH10 is also a hotspot for locals. It is home to one of the UK's oldest indoor skateparks and a range of shops, restaurants and activities.

Bournemouth Airport is also located close to the BH10 postcode. The airport offers regular flights to major cities both in the UK and abroad as well as services to destinations across Europe. It is a hub for business travel and investment in the local area.

The residential area in BH10 is very desirable and is highly sought after by families looking for a good quality of life. It is well connected in terms of public transport and is served by the Bournemouth motorway, running through the south of the postcode.

The district has also seen an increase in local businesses and development over recent years. The area offers jobs in a range of industries and services, such as manufacturing, construction, IT, finance and retail. This has provided many residents with secure and well-paid employment.

Property prices in BH10 remain relatively high, reflecting the desirability of the area and its amenities. Local schools in BH10 are all rated ‘outstanding' in the government's Ofsted ratings, with the local primary schools being amongst some of the highest performing in the country.

TheBH10 postcode is an enviable location. It is an area of natural beauty, close proximity to Bournemouth town centre and the airport, and provides high quality of life, education and job opportunities.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 86%WORKING
  • 14%UNEMPLOYED

14% of people in BH10 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 16%AB
  • 60%C2/C2
  • 25%DE

According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 92%WHITE
  • 8%NON-WHITE

92% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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BH10Dorset

Dorset

The county of Dorset

BH10 is located in the county of Dorset, in England.

Dorset has a total population of 771,900, making it the 31st largest county in the UK.

Dorset has a total area of 1024 square miles, and a population density of 290 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Dorset Postal Town Map
Outward CodeBH10
Postal TownBournemouth
MSOA NameBournemouth 007
LSOA NameBournemouth 007C
CountyDorset
RegionDorset
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBournemouth
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

BH10 Electoral Wards

The postal region of BH10, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


East Howe
Ensbury
Kinson
Muscliff
Northbourne
Parley Green
Red Hill
West Parley
Browse Postcodes in BH10

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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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