BH1 2HN is in Kimbolton Road, Bournemouth and Bournemouth district. BH1 2HN 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 Kimbolton Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH1 2LH, BH1 2HL, BH1 2AG, BH1 2LB, BH1 2LD, BH1 2LA, BH1 2LS, BH1 2JU, BH1 2HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH1 2HN 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 BH1 2HN was 353.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.0% higher than the Bournemouth Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
BH1 2HN has the 18th highest crime rate of 88 local areas in Bournemouth Central and the 45th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 157.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 Gifford House, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 1998-12-22 | £3,243,056 |
BH1 2HN 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 2HN 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury Park Primary School Lowther Road , BH8 8LU | 3out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethany Church of England Junior School Knole Road , Boscombe BH1 4DJ | 2out of 4 | 2,037 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School St Clement's Road , Boscombe BH1 4DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,168 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Bemister Road , Winton BH9 1LG | 3out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 3,452 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 3,460 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | 4out of 4 | 3,564 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Bishop of Winchester Academy Mallard Road , BH8 9PW | 3out of 4 | 3,811 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth School for Girls Castle Gate Close , Castle Lane West BH8 9UJ | 4out of 4 | 3,969 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , | - not rated | 544 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne Girls Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | 3out of 4 | 4,155 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Bournemouth 58 Braidley Road , BH2 6LD | - not rated | 848 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 29-35 Wimborne Road , Bournemouth BH2 6NA | - not rated | 1,110 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's School 15 Stokewood Road , BH3 7NA | - not rated | 1,726 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linwood School Alma Road , Winton BH9 1AJ | 4out of 4 | 2,091 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wing College 126 Richmond Park Road , BH8 8TH | - not rated | 2,367 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laser Quest | Laser Quest, Oasis, Glen Fern Road | 187 yd | |
| Norwegian Wood | 1 Glen Fern Road | 198 yd | |
| SOL | 182 Old Christchurch Road | 199 yd | |
| Mondo | 172a Old Christchurch Road | 205 yd | |
| Sam's Chicken | 170 Old Christchurch Road | 209 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Republiq | 176 Old Christchurch Road | 205 yd | |
| Camel | 174 Old Christchurch Road | 205 yd | |
| Vinyl | 3 Fir Vale Road | 206 yd | |
| Cameo & Myu Bar | 7 Fir Vale Road | 206 yd | |
| Popworld | 156-164 Old Christchurch Road | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty | 186 Old Christchurch Road | 205 yd | |
| Subway | 166 Old Christchurch Road | 205 yd | |
| Jazz Fast Food Takeaway | 1 Fir Vale Road | 229 yd | |
| Blended | 9 Burlington Arcade | 276 yd | |
| What the Cluck Bournemouth Ltd | 3 Gervis Place | 285 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Shopper | 189-193 Old Christchurch Road | 296 yd | |
| Earthling | 181-183 Old Christchurch Road | 338 yd | |
| Tesco | 11 Bourne Avenue | 587 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 69 Holdenhurst Road | 764 yd | |
| Tesco | 18-19 The Triangle | 908 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn (Bournemouth Central) (Closed) Westover Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 263 yd |
| Ymca (Bournemouth)(Lifewise) WESTOVER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 267 yd |
| The Gym (Bournemouth) 36-38 36-38 WESTOVER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 274 yd |
| Waves Health & Leisure Club (Carlton) RUSSELL COTES ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 305 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Royal Bath) BATH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 347 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Bournemouth) MEYRICK ROAD | swimming pool | 470 yd |
| Healthquest (Closed) Bristol & West House Bristol & West House Post Office Road | health and fitness suite | 499 yd |
| The Bournemouth And Poole College (Bournemouth Site) BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 567 yd |
| Hilton Bournemouth TERRACE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 678 yd |
| Park School (Dean Park Sports Ground) DEAN PARK DEAN PARK CAVENDISH ROAD | grass pitches | 783 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.