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Location in DorsetGod's Blessing Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

44,289
Population
16,866
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£59,497
Avg. household income
2,402
Businesses
199
People per km²
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About God's Blessing Green

God's Blessing Green is a pleasant park located in Dorset, England, within the BH21 postcode area. This green space offers a variety of facilities for visitors, including well-maintained pathways for walking and jogging. There are also benches where one can sit and enjoy the surroundings, making it a suitable spot for relaxation or a leisurely afternoon.

The park is surrounded by residential areas, providing a community space for local residents. It is a popular location for families, with open areas for children to play. Additionally, the park often hosts community events, fostering a sense of togetherness among those who live nearby. Overall, God's Blessing Green serves as a valuable recreational area for both individuals and families in the region.

School Ratings in God's Blessing Green

Families in God's Blessing Green have access to 42 local schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in God's Blessing Green

Homes sell for an average of £461K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £546K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in God's Blessing Green

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across God's Blessing Green, with 13 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in God's Blessing Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places God's Blessing Green among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in God's Blessing Green

There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of God's Blessing Green, the nearest being Walford Mill Medical Centre (2.4 miles away).

Local Data for God's Blessing Green

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Property Prices 6,191 sales

Average Price £461K
£500 , £33.63M
Detached £546K 2,929
Semi £372K 1,271
Terraced £328K 912
Flat £222K 614

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
12 Secondary
10 Other
Good 16
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BH21 postcode area.

St James Church of England First School Primary 1.3 miles Colehill First School Primary Good 1.5 miles St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill Middle deemed secondary Good 1.6 miles Dumpton School Not applicable 1.6 miles Hayeswood First School Primary Good 1.8 miles Beaucroft Foundation School Not applicable Good 1.8 miles Wimborne First School and Nursery Primary Good 2.1 miles St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne Primary Good 2.4 miles Allenbourn Middle School Middle deemed secondary 2.5 miles Wimborne 2.5 miles St Mary's CofE First School & Nursery Primary 2.7 miles Ferndown Upper School Secondary Good 2.8 miles

Household Income in God's Blessing Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in God's Blessing Green is approximately £59,497 a year before tax, 8% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,381. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

God's Blessing Green £59,497
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,381.

Businesses in God's Blessing Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,402 active businesses based in God's Blessing Green, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 29 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,402 Total businesses
54 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in God's Blessing Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, God's Blessing Green experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 27%
7,461 Children (0-15) 17%
24,845 Working Age 56%
11,975 Older (65+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in God's Blessing Green 60 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in God's Blessing Green are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 24
Anti-Social Behaviour 13
Shoplifting 7
Other Theft 4
Criminal Damage & Arson 3
Public Order 3
Drugs 2
Theft from Person 2
Burglary 1
Vehicle Crime 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Branksome Train Station 7.3 miles
Parkstone (Dorset) Train Station 7.5 miles
Hamworthy Train Station 7.8 miles
Poole Train Station 7.8 miles
Pokesdown Train Station 8.8 miles
Christchurch Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Holt 0.6 miles Pig Oak 0.6 miles Broom Hill 0.6 miles Higher Row 0.9 miles Lower Row 0.9 miles Pilford 1.2 miles Holt Wood 1.2 miles Grange 1.4 miles Furzehill 1.4 miles Clapgate 1.4 miles Merry Field Hill 1.4 miles Gaunt's Common 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Dorset
Ward Wimborne Minster
Constituency Mid Dorset and North Poole
Parish Wimborne Minster
Region South West

Home Ownership in God's Blessing Green

Of the 18,699 households in and around God's Blessing Green, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 11% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering God's Blessing Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about God's Blessing Green

What is the population of God's Blessing Green?
God's Blessing Green has a population of approximately 44,289 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in God's Blessing Green?
The average property in and around God's Blessing Green sold for about £461,234, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 32% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is God's Blessing Green a deprived area?
God's Blessing Green sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover God's Blessing Green?
God's Blessing Green is covered by the BH21 postcode district.
How many schools are there in God's Blessing Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of God's Blessing Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to God's Blessing Green?
The nearest railway station to God's Blessing Green is Branksome Train Station, about 7.3 miles away.

Streets in BH21 30 shown View all streets

A31 7 A350 3 Abbott Street 4 Ainsley Road 2 Albany Drive 2 Albert Road 6 All Fools Lane 2 Allen Court 2 Allen Road 1 Allenview Road 5 Amber Road 1 Arnhem Close 1 Arrowsmith Lane 2 Arrowsmith Road 4 Ashdene Close 1 Ashington Gardens 1 Ashington Lane 2 Ashmeads Close 1 Ashmeads Way 1 Athelstan Way 1 Avenue Road 2 Award Road 2 Azura Close 1 B3078 15 B3081 9 Back Lane 1 Badbury View 1 Badbury View Road 1 Baileys Hill 2 Bakers Lane 1

Postcodes in BH21 50 shown View all postcodes

BH21 1AA BH21 1AB BH21 1AD BH21 1AE BH21 1AF BH21 1AG BH21 1AH BH21 1AJ BH21 1AL BH21 1AN BH21 1AP BH21 1AQ BH21 1AS BH21 1AT BH21 1AU BH21 1AW BH21 1AX BH21 1AY BH21 1AZ BH21 1BA BH21 1BB BH21 1BD BH21 1BE BH21 1BG BH21 1BH BH21 1BJ BH21 1BL BH21 1BN BH21 1BP BH21 1BQ BH21 1BS BH21 1BT BH21 1BU BH21 1BW BH21 1BX BH21 1BY BH21 1BZ BH21 1DA BH21 1DB BH21 1DD BH21 1DE BH21 1DF BH21 1DG BH21 1DH BH21 1DJ BH21 1DL BH21 1DN BH21 1DP BH21 1DQ BH21 1DR