Coombe Avenue is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH10 5AB is located in the Redhill & Northbourne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coombe Avenue, Bournemouth, BH10 5AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH10 5AE, BH10 6AA, BH10 6AB, BH10 5BB, BH10 5BD, BH10 5BG, BH10 5BN, BH10 6AT, BH10 6AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH10 5AB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 49.4% | 48.6% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 50.6% | 51.4% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BH10 5AB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.3% | 33% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 52.4% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 7.3% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 5.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 55% | 55.6% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 7.2% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 29.1% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 11.5% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 12.1% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 10.3% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 17.2% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 8.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 19.8% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 30.8% | 13.8% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98% | 94.2% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 90.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.3% | 90.4% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 90.4% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.9% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coombe Avenue was 38.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.2% lower than the Kinson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coombe Avenue has the 28th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Kinson and the 468th lowest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Coombe Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2025-10-10 | £379,135 |
| 49 Coombe Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £286,000 | 2024-12-19 | £272,740 |
| 77 Coombe Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-10-29 | £348,077 |
| 55 Coombe Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2020-02-19 | £397,582 |
| 65 Coombe Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2019-04-26 | £396,930 |
BH10 5AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill View Primary School Hill View Road , Ensbury Park BH10 5BD | 3out of 4 | 62 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View Primary School Hill View Road , Ensbury Park BH10 5BD | - not rated | 62 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View County First School Hill View Road , Ensbury Park BH10 5BD | - not rated | 110 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View County Junior School Hill View Road , BH10 5BD | - not rated | 110 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton County Junior School Oswald Road , BH9 2TG | - not rated | 595 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manorside Primary School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 3,474 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderney Middle School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 3,616 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole Sancreed Road , Parkstone BH12 4DZ | - not rated | 3,632 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branksome Heath Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | - not rated | 5,091 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenmoor School Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | - not rated | 1,011 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Kings High School Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Arts and Media College Winton Way , BH10 4HT | - not rated | 1,087 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 1,087 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,890 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 | 4,141 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School , Hurn BH23 6DF | - not rated | 4,772 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | - not rated | 4,772 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Alternative Needs Federation Pacs Nigel Bowes School , 70 Ensbury Avenue BH10 4HG | - not rated | 744 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Slades Farm School Ensbury Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EP | - not rated | 1,001 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Howe Pupil Referral Unit Kinson Road , East Howe BH10 5HD | - not rated | 1,221 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House School 8 Firs Glen Road , Winton BH9 2LR | - not rated | 1,587 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth University Poole House , Talbot Campus BH12 5BB | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Cave | 83 Coombe Avenue | 118 yd | |
| St Thomas Community Centre | St Thomas's Church Hall, St Thomas's Church, Western Avenue | 157 yd | |
| Redhill Park Cafe | Redhill Park, Redhill Avenue | 407 yd | |
| Slades Park Pavillion | Ensbury Avenue | 742 yd | |
| Silver Lounge Cafe | 906 Wimborne Road | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | Broadhurst Avenue | 737 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinnies Fish and Chips | 6 New Parade | 158 yd | |
| Champion Pizza | 1-3 Columbia Road | 454 yd | |
| China Town | 5 Columbia Road | 454 yd | |
| Taste of Hong Kong | 63 Columbia Road | 466 yd | |
| China City | 882 Wimborne Road | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biltong & Bangers | 934 Wimborne Road | 856 yd | |
| Co-op | 967-975 Wimborne Road | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redhill Park Tennis Courts REDHILL AVENUE | tennis courts | 306 yd |
| Winton Primary School OSWALD ROAD | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Moordown St John'S Ce Primary School VICARAGE ROAD | swimming pool | 867 yd |
| The Bourne Academy HADOW ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 941 yd |
| Glenmoor And Winton Academies BESWICK AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,007 yd |
| Victoria Avenue Tennis Club Victoria Avenue | tennis courts | 1,012 yd |
| Kingsleigh Primary School HADOW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,020 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 224.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.