8,246TOTAL POPULATION
4,206HOUSEHOLDS
4.1%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£38,480AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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BH13 POSTCODE REGION

Bournemouth (BH13)

The BH13 postcode area is located in the Bournemouth postcode town region, within the county of Dorset, and contains a total of 408 individual postcodes.

There are 20 electoral wards in the BH13 postcode area, including Bournemouth, Broadstone, Christchurch, Ferndown, New Milton, Poole, Ringwood, Swanage, Verwood, Wareham, Wimborne which come under the local authority of the Poole Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 39% of people in BH13 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 BH13 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


BH13 is a postcode district in the Bournemouth district of the United Kingdom. This district includes parts of the towns of Parkstone, Branksome, Canford Cliffs, Lilliput, Sandbanks, Canford Heath, and Upton, with Poole to the East. It covers a total area of about 2.8 square miles and has a population of over 6,000 people.

The postcode of BH13 is highly desirable, particularly in areas such as Sandbanks and Canford Cliffs, due to their proximity to the beach and stunning views. The area is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, lively bars and restaurants, and championship golf courses.

BH13 is an excellent place to live, with excellent transport links to the rest of the UK. It includes several bus routes and there is a direct train service from Poole to London Waterloo. The district is serviced by several state and private schools, and has several medical centres and hospitals nearby.

A large part of the area is dedicated to green space. The area is home to several parks, such as Canford Park and Upton Country Park, as well as several nature reserves. The area also benefits from numerous sports facilities, including three golf courses, a tennis club, and a sailing marina.

The BH13 postcode is a highly sought-after area for all types of property. It contains a range of housing styles, from modern blocks of flats to detached Victorian and Edwardian properties. The area also contains a variety of shops, from boutique stores to national chains, as well as a thriving music and arts scene.

The BH13 postcode is an ideal place for people from all backgrounds and walks of life. There is an excellent sense of community and it offers a mix of economic opportunities and leisure activities. All in all, BH13 is a great location to live, work, or visit.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in BH13 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 39%AB
  • 49%C2/C2
  • 12%DE

According to census records, 39% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 90%WHITE
  • 10%NON-WHITE

90% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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BH13Dorset

Dorset

The county of Dorset

BH13 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 CodeBH13
Postal TownBournemouth
MSOA NamePoole 018
LSOA NamePoole 018B
CountyDorset
RegionDorset
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityPoole
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

BH13 Electoral Wards

The postal region of BH13, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bourne Valley
Branksome
Branksome Park
Brownsea Island
Canford Cliffs
Creekmoor
Lilliput
Longfleet
Lower Hamworthy
Newtown
Oakdale
Parkstone
Poole
Rossmore
Stanley Green
Sterte
Talbot Heath
Talbot Woods
Wallisdown
Westbourne
West Cliff
Browse Postcodes in BH13

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (BH) and estimated address.

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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