11,861TOTAL POPULATION
4,903HOUSEHOLDS
2.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£40,040AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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BH18 POSTCODE REGION

Bournemouth (BH18)

The BH18 postcode area is located in the Bournemouth postcode town region, within the county of Dorset, and contains a total of 409 individual postcodes.

There are 3 electoral wards in the BH18 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, 30% of people in BH18 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 BH18 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The BH18 postcode is part of the Bournemouth district in Dorset, England. It is located on the south side of the River Stour within the local government area of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The postcode falls within the electoral ward of Borough of Poole and covers the parishes of Poole Rural and Wallisdown and Winton.

The total population of the BH18 postcode is approximately 6,789. It is located to the south of the Bourne stream and spans the area between the River Stour to the north and the A31 trunk road to the south.

The geographical area of the postcode is very diverse and contains open farmland, wooded areas, areas of housing, and industrial and retail parks. The area is home to a number of nearby attractions such as Poole Harbour and Bournemouth Pier, along with a range of leisure activities and educational establishments.

The BH18 postcode area is well connected to the nearby towns and cities of Bournemouth, Poole, Ringwood, Wimborne, Christchurch and Sterling, as well as the nearby A31 trunk road, which connects to London and Southampton.

In terms of transport infrastructure, the postcode is served by a number of local bus services operated by Yellow Buses, along with regular rail services from the nearby Branksome railway station. This makes it an ideal location for commuting into the nearby towns and cities.

The area also offers a range of local amenities, such as schools, supermarkets, shops, restaurants, pubs, leisure facilities, plus a range of health and medical care.

TheBH18 postcode area is a vibrant and diverse area that offers a range of amenities, attractions and transport links.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in BH18 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 30%AB
  • 54%C2/C2
  • 15%DE

According to census records, 30% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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BH18Dorset

Dorset

The county of Dorset

BH18 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 CodeBH18
Postal TownBournemouth
MSOA NamePoole 004
LSOA NamePoole 004E
CountyDorset
RegionDorset
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityPoole
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

BH18 Electoral Wards

The postal region of BH18, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Broadstone
Corfe Mullen
Hill View
Rushcombe Bottom
Browse Postcodes in BH18

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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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