Ringwood Road is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH11 8NL is located in the Bearwood & Merley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ringwood Road, Bournemouth, BH11 8NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH11 8NW, BH11 9BB, BH11 9QS, BH11 8NN, BH11 9DU, BH11 8PF, BH11 8PG, BH11 9UH, BH11 8NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH11 8NL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 53% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 49.1% | 47% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 BH11 8NL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 28.8% | 22.9% | -5.9% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 52.7% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 13.1% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 8.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 39.9% | 40.5% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 36.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 17.9% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 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.
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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 20.8% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 11.4% | -11.2% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 10.6% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 10.6% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 19.6% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.8% | 20.8% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 4.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.8% | 90.8% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 88.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 88.3% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 5.7% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 88.6% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 9.6% | 9.2% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0.7% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 3.9% | 0.5% | 3.4% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ringwood Road was 75.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.6% higher than the Bearwood & Merley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ringwood Road has the 24th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Bearwood & Merley and the 406th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 912 Ringwood Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-06-25 | £387,676 |
| 928A Ringwood Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2018-11-09 | £206,453 |
| 936B Ringwood Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £127,001 | 2018-09-26 | £136,862 |
| 936A Ringwood Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2016-12-01 | £189,477 |
| 912 Ringwood Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2016-10-31 | £232,210 |
BH11 8NL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BH11 8NL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 BH11 8NL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathlands Primary Academy Springwater Road , BH11 8HB | 2out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Academy Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JN | 4out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School Durdells Avenue , Kinson BH11 9EH | 2out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bearwood Primary and Nursery School Barons Road , Bearwood BH11 9UN | 3out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorside Academy Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | 4out of 4 | 1,630 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Academy Duck Lane , BH11 9JJ | 2out of 4 | 693 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LeAF Studio Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JW | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bourne Academy Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 2,091 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 2,095 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 3,189 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | 2out of 4 | 4,444 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bournemouth and Poole College North Road , BH14 0LS | - not rated | 4,964 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lion Works School 543 Wallisdown Road , Poole BH12 5AD | - not rated | 879 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langside School Langside Avenue , Parkstone BH12 5BN | 3out of 4 | 2,426 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 2,431 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth University Poole House , Talbot Campus BH12 5BB | - not rated | 3,086 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Coffee | Unit 4B, Ringwood Road Retail Park, 901-905 Ringwood Road | 192 yd | |
| Cafe 25 | 25 West Howe Industrial Estate, Elliott Road | 290 yd | |
| The Range | 869-873 Ringwood Road | 433 yd | |
| Pausa Coffee Shop at Dunelm-Mill | Dunelm Mills, 869-873 Ringwood Road | 433 yd | |
| Cafe 89 | The Range, 869-873 Ringwood Road | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder of Mutton | 1010 Ringwood Road | 290 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | 553 Wallisdown Road | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Delight | 926 Ringwood Road | 1 yd | |
| West Howe Fish & Chips | 920 Ringwood Road | 1 yd | |
| Gen Wah Chinese Takeaway | 934 Ringwood Road | 1 yd | |
| Rolled Up | 930 Ringwood Road | 1 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 937 Ringwood Road | 103 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf Studio, Oak Academy DUCK LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 654 yd |
| Bearwood Playing Fields Lionheart Close | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Duck Lane Playing Fields (Closed) Duck Lane | grass pitches | 867 yd |
| Knighton Heath Golf Club Francis Avenue | golf | 937 yd |
| Howe Croft Community Centre TURNBULL LANE | 953 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 64.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.