Old Vicarage Close is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH10 7DU is located in the Kinson electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Vicarage Close, Bournemouth, BH10 7DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH10 7BJ, BH10 7DT, BH10 7DN, BH10 7AG, BH10 7ED, BH10 7AQ, BH10 7BH, BH10 7EB, BH10 7AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH10 7DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.7% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.3% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 7DU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.7% 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 | 18.1% | 20.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 55.7% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 14.3% | 13.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
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 | 32.5% | 39.6% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 38.2% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 23.1% | 16% | -7.1% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 25.7% | 20.2% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 8.4% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 11% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 9.5% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 21.7% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 24.7% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 9.4% | 4.6% | -4.8% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.9% | 94.4% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Other | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 94.9% | 94.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 94.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Vicarage Close was 78.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.3% lower than the Kinson average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Old Vicarage Close has the 21st highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Kinson and the 386th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 186.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Old Vicarage Close, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-09-18 | £430,392 |
| 6 Old Vicarage Close, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2022-03-11 | £411,163 |
| 3 Old Vicarage Close, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-01-22 | £321,686 |
| 2 Old Vicarage Close, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-08-20 | £342,861 |
| 1 Old Vicarage Close, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-03-01 | £383,836 |
BH10 7DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 BH10 7DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinson Academy School Lane , Kinson BH11 9DG | 1out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View Primary School Hill View Road , Ensbury Park BH10 5BD | 3out of 4 | 1,572 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsleigh Primary School Hadow Road , Kinson BH10 5HT | 3out of 4 | 1,918 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School Durdells Avenue , Kinson BH11 9EH | 2out of 4 | 1,963 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Epiphany School Shillingstone Drive , Muscliff BH9 3PE | 3out of 4 | 2,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bourne Academy Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 1,895 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 2,599 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 2,659 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| LeAF Studio Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,685 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Academy Duck Lane , BH11 9JJ | 2out of 4 | 2,710 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndown Middle School Peter Grant Way , BH22 9UP | - not rated | 4,202 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | 2out of 4 | 4,179 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfield School Parley Lane , BH23 6BP | 3out of 4 | 2,230 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House School 8 Firs Glen Road , Winton BH9 2LR | - not rated | 3,195 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth University Poole House , Talbot Campus BH12 5BB | - not rated | 3,251 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arts University Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 3,401 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langside School Langside Avenue , Parkstone BH12 5BN | 3out of 4 | 3,752 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Secret of Pizza | 1430a Wimborne Road | 1,038 yd | |
| Spice of India | 1555-1557 Wimborne Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery Northbourne | Old Vicarage, Wimborne Road | 74 yd | |
| Suttoners Sports and Social Club | Kinson Manor, The Broadway | 726 yd | |
| Kinson Conservative Club | 1394-1396 Wimborne Road | 795 yd | |
| The Crown | Broadhurst Avenue | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northbourne Fish & Chips | 1258 Wimborne Road | 137 yd | |
| Ko Sing House | 1266 Wimborne Road | 160 yd | |
| Li's Chinese Takeaway | 1272 Wimborne Road | 160 yd | |
| Golden Dragon Palace | 5 Ashridge Parade, Wimborne Road | 400 yd | |
| Blue Jade Chinese Takeaway | 1527 Wimborne Road | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1256 Wimborne Road | 137 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kinson Manor Playing Fields THE BROADWAY | grass pitches | 736 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.