Edward Road is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH11 8SX 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 Edward Road, Bournemouth, BH11 8SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH11 8SY, BH11 8TE, BH11 8SZ, BH10 5HA, BH10 5HB, BH11 8SU, BH11 8DQ, BH11 8EE, BH11 8TA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH11 8SX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 50.5% | 54.1% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 45.9% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 36.8% | 38.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 41% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 11.5% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 7.3% | 2.1% | 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 | 41% | 38.8% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 39.8% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 14.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.9% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.8% | 15.8% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 10.4% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 15.4% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 9.6% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 16.9% | 1.7% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 26.9% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.3% | 94% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 93.7% | 88.4% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 88.4% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 8.3% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.3% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Edward Road was 34.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.3% lower than the Kinson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Edward Road has the 25th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Kinson and the 424th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2B Edward Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-06-13 | £307,303 |
| 27 Edward Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-09-07 | £339,980 |
| 29 Edward Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-04-20 | £382,457 |
| 22 Edward Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-12-10 | £290,901 |
| 20 Edward Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £279,950 | 2020-12-14 | £308,341 |
BH11 8SX 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 BH11 8SX 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsleigh Primary School Hadow Road , Kinson BH10 5HT | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathlands Primary Academy Springwater Road , BH11 8HB | 2out of 4 | 662 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Academy Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JN | 4out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary School Talbot Village , BH10 4JA | 3out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School Durdells Avenue , Kinson BH11 9EH | 2out of 4 | 1,376 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 446 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Academy Duck Lane , BH11 9JJ | 2out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LeAF Studio Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 1,588 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , | - not rated | 4,894 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langside School Langside Avenue , Parkstone BH12 5BN | 3out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth University Poole House , Talbot Campus BH12 5BB | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lion Works School 543 Wallisdown Road , Poole BH12 5AD | - not rated | 1,799 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arts University Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Like Mum Makes | 2 Wonderholme Parade, Kinson Road | 344 yd | |
| Henry Brown Youth Centre | Henry Brown Youth Centre, Cunningham Crescent | 499 yd | |
| West Howe Community Enterprises | Henry Brown Youth Centre, Cunningham Crescent | 499 yd | |
| West Howe Community Enterprises | St Philips Church Centre, Moore Avenue | 679 yd | |
| The Piers | 166 Columbia Road | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot Rise Club | 264 Columbia Road | 397 yd | |
| Wallisdown Liberal Club | 71 Kinson Road | 583 yd | |
| Wallisdown Conservative Club | 8 Canford Road | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marmaris Grill & Pizza House | 4 Wonderholme Parade, Kinson Road | 341 yd | |
| Wonderfrys | 3 Wonderholme Parade, Kinson Road | 341 yd | |
| Taste of Bengal | 2 Cunningham Crescent | 499 yd | |
| Chips Ahoy | 3 East Howe Lane | 637 yd | |
| FOODAHOLICS | 289b Kinson Road | 656 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fernheath Playing Fields VERNEY ROAD | grass pitches | 379 yd |
| Kingsleigh Primary School HADOW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 436 yd |
| The Bourne Academy HADOW ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 528 yd |
| Kinson Swimming Pool (Closed) 2-4 2-4 South Kinson Drive | swimming pool | 728 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 | 75.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.