Hinton Road is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH1 2EG is located in the Bournemouth Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hinton Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH1 2HS, BH1 2HT, BH1 2HU, BH1 2HP, BH1 2HR, BH1 2HW, BH1 2AJ, BH1 2BZ, BH1 2EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH1 2EG has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 47.1% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 47.4% | 52.9% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.8% | 31.2% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 46.3% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.9% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 9.8% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 8.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.2% | 41.7% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 40.4% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 14.8% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.8% | 14.4% | 4.6% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 4.8% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 11.5% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 4.8% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 12% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.9% | 50% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 9.8% | 2.4% | -7.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 9.4% | 4.5% | -4.9% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 80.3% | 75.8% | -4.5% | 81.4% | -5.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 63.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.5% | 63.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | -19.5% |
| European Union | 6.8% | 9.4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.4% | 14.3% | -4.1% | 5.6% | 8.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.4% | 7.6% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 6.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 62% | 63.7% | 1.7% | 83.2% | -19.5% |
| 10+ Years | 9% | 18.8% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 9% | 5.8% | -3.2% | 2.9% | 2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 6% | 5.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.1% | 6.3% | -7.8% | 1.9% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 3.6% | 0.5% | 3.1% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hinton Road was 505.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.7% higher than the Bournemouth Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hinton Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 88 local areas in Bournemouth Central and the 25th highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 219.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowland House Hinton Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Other, an established residential building | £199,920 | 2020-12-10 | £200,847 |
BH1 2EG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH1 2EG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Somerville Road , BH2 5LH | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Somerville Road , BH2 5LH | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury Park Primary School Lowther Road , BH8 8LU | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury Park Primary School Lowther Road , BH8 8LU | - not rated | 1,755 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethany Church of England Junior School Knole Road , Boscombe BH1 4DJ | - not rated | 2,107 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole Sancreed Road , Parkstone BH12 4DZ | - not rated | 4,517 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorside Primary School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 5,409 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winton Arts and Media College Winton Way , BH10 4HT | - not rated | 3,695 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 3,695 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor School Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | - not rated | 3,705 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 3,705 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | - not rated | 3,779 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arts Institute At Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 3,356 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , BH1 1PA | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Jewish Day School Synagogue Chambers , Wootton Gardens BH1 1PW | - not rated | 327 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Bournemouth 58 Braidley Road , BH2 6LD | - not rated | 1,093 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 29-35 Wimborne Road , Bournemouth BH2 6NA | - not rated | 1,355 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern House Tutorial College 77 Landsdowne Road , BH1 1RW | - not rated | 1,425 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Dominic's School Porta Via House , 54 Portchester Road BH8 8JZ | - not rated | 1,573 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | 29 Westover Road | 75 yd | |
| Wagamama | 31-32 Westover Road | 75 yd | |
| Prezzo | 58 Westover Road | 75 yd | |
| Funki Griller 2 | 61 Westover Road | 75 yd | |
| Grosvenor Casino | 48 Westover Road | 75 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brass Haus | 8-9 Westover Road | 214 yd | |
| The Mary Shelley | The Mary Shelley, St Peters Quarter, Old Christchurch Road | 339 yd | |
| Taka Taka Bournemouth Limited | 54 Old Christchurch Road | 351 yd | |
| Vinyl | 3 Fir Vale Road | 359 yd | |
| Cameo & Myu Bar | 7 Fir Vale Road | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| What the Cluck Bournemouth Ltd | 3 Gervis Place | 263 yd | |
| East Cliff Kiosk | Undercliff Drive | 304 yd | |
| Gordons Steps Kiosk | Undercliff Drive | 304 yd | |
| Blended | 9 Burlington Arcade | 344 yd | |
| Ice Harvest | 58 Old Christchurch Road | 353 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Shopper | 189-193 Old Christchurch Road | 475 yd | |
| Earthling | 181-183 Old Christchurch Road | 513 yd | |
| Tesco | 11 Bourne Avenue | 583 yd | |
| Tesco | 18-19 The Triangle | 872 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 69 Holdenhurst Road | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn (Bournemouth Central) (Closed) Westover Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 79 yd |
| Ymca (Bournemouth)(Lifewise) WESTOVER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 87 yd |
| The Gym (Bournemouth) 36-38 36-38 WESTOVER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 122 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Royal Bath) BATH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 178 yd |
| Waves Health & Leisure Club (Carlton) RUSSELL COTES ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 215 yd |
| Healthquest (Closed) Bristol & West House Bristol & West House Post Office Road | health and fitness suite | 490 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Bournemouth) MEYRICK ROAD | swimming pool | 520 yd |
| Hilton Bournemouth TERRACE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 598 yd |
| The Bournemouth And Poole College (Bournemouth Site) BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 680 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (Bournemouth Highcliff) ST. MICHAELS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 820 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.