Moore Avenue is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH11 8AZ 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 Moore Avenue, Bournemouth, BH11 8AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH11 8EX, BH11 8EA, BH11 8DY, BH11 8HA, BH11 8ET, BH11 8EU, BH11 8ES, BH11 8EY, BH11 8AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH11 8AZ 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 | 46.1% | 48.6% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 53.9% | 51.4% | -2.5% | 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 area around BH11 8AZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.1% | 47.8% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 31.8% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 10.4% | -5.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 7.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 35.6% | 36.3% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 36% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 20.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
In the area around BH11 8AZ this area, 32.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 10.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.3% | 32.3% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 14.6% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 19.8% | 6.2% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 16% | 9.7% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 10.8% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -23.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93% | 92% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 91.8% | 93.7% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 93.7% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 6% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.7% | 76.7% | -12.0% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 30.9% | 13.5% | 17.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.6% | 37.2% | 16.4% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moore Avenue was 340.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 497.1% higher than the Bearwood & Merley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moore Avenue has the 4th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Bearwood & Merley and the 46th highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 126.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2884.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% 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 E 36 Moore Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2012-11-30 | £107,165 |
| 28D Moore Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2011-11-25 | £125,249 |
| Flat E 36 Moore Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2009-03-09 | £92,578 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathlands Junior School Andrews Close , Springwater Road BH11 8HB | - not rated | 287 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathlands Primary Academy Springwater Road , BH11 8HB | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathlands Primary School Springwater Road , BH11 8HB | - not rated | 287 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathlands First School Mount Road , West Howe BH11 8BQ | - not rated | 354 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Academy Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JN | - not rated | 477 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,993 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderney Middle School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole Sancreed Road , Parkstone BH12 4DZ | - not rated | 2,721 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branksome Heath Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | - not rated | 3,757 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haymoor Junior School Ashdown Close , Canford Heath BH17 8WG | - not rated | 4,456 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakmead College of Technology Duck Lane , BH11 9JJ | - not rated | 754 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Academy Duck Lane , BH11 9JJ | - not rated | 754 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsleigh Secondary School Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | - not rated | 939 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bourne Academy Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 939 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings High School Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | - not rated | 971 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,400 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferndown Middle School Peter Grant Way , BH22 9UP | 3out of 4 | 5,400 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | 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 | 2,354 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 | 5,467 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Howe Pupil Referral Unit Kinson Road , East Howe BH10 5HD | - not rated | 842 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stillbrook Lodge Independent Montessori Primary School Dad Atkins Centre , Butchers Coppice BH11 9JW | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lion Works School 543 Wallisdown Road , Poole BH12 5AD | - not rated | 1,518 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 1,992 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langside School Langside Avenue , Parkstone BH12 5BN | 3out of 4 | 1,993 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Howe Community Enterprises | St Philips Church Centre, Moore Avenue | 172 yd | |
| Henry Brown Youth Centre | Henry Brown Youth Centre, Cunningham Crescent | 230 yd | |
| West Howe Community Enterprises | Henry Brown Youth Centre, Cunningham Crescent | 230 yd | |
| Cornerstone Church | Cornerstone Church, Holloway Avenue | 656 yd | |
| Cafe 25 | 25 West Howe Industrial Estate, Elliott Road | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder of Mutton | 1010 Ringwood Road | 1,032 yd | |
| Talbot Rise Club | 264 Columbia Road | 1,068 yd | |
| Wallisdown Liberal Club | 71 Kinson Road | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of Bengal | 2 Cunningham Crescent | 230 yd | |
| FOODAHOLICS | 289b Kinson Road | 907 yd | |
| Marmaris Grill & Pizza House | 4 Wonderholme Parade, Kinson Road | 931 yd | |
| Wonderfrys | 3 Wonderholme Parade, Kinson Road | 931 yd | |
| Chips Ahoy | 3 East Howe Lane | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 937 Ringwood Road | 966 yd | |
| Tesco | 46-50 Anchor Road | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fernheath Playing Fields VERNEY ROAD | grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Howe Croft Community Centre TURNBULL LANE | 635 yd | |
| Duck Lane Playing Fields (Closed) Duck Lane | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Leaf Studio, Oak Academy DUCK LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 755 yd |
| Kinson Swimming Pool (Closed) 2-4 2-4 South Kinson Drive | swimming pool | 832 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School DURDELLS AVENUE | grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Kingsleigh Primary School HADOW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,064 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 | 101.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.