Shapland Avenue is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH11 9PZ 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 Shapland Avenue, Bournemouth, BH11 9PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH11 9QZ, BH11 9LB, BH11 9NR, BH11 9QY, BH11 9PX, BH11 9RH, BH11 9QG, BH11 9RN, BH11 9PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH11 9PZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 53% | 54% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 47% | 46% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 9PZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% 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 | 18.2% | 20.2% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -17.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 55.5% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 10.1% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 12.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 | 30% | 33.7% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -14.7% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 45.5% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 11.9% |
| Fair health | 23.7% | 15.2% | -8.5% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.8% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 25% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 10.5% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 16.5% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.7% | 11.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 14.5% | 9.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 19.4% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.8% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.6% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 95.9% | 92.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.5% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 95.9% | 93.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.3% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shapland Avenue was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.2% lower than the Bearwood & Merley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shapland Avenue has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 63 local areas in Bearwood & Merley and the 445th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Shapland Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £375,500 | 2022-06-24 | £367,243 |
| 68 Shapland Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-04-24 | £368,841 |
| 70 Shapland Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2017-11-07 | £369,891 |
| 68 Shapland Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2017-04-19 | £295,013 |
| 72 Shapland Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2011-06-27 | £376,613 |
BH11 9PZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH11 9PZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 130 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Academy Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JN | 4out of 4 | 988 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bearwood Primary and Nursery School Barons Road , Bearwood BH11 9UN | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School Durdells Avenue , Kinson BH11 9EH | 2out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathlands Primary Academy Springwater Road , BH11 8HB | 2out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinson Academy School Lane , Kinson BH11 9DG | 1out of 4 | 1,868 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LeAF Studio Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JW | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Academy Duck Lane , BH11 9JJ | 2out of 4 | 602 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bourne Academy Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 2,261 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 2,859 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 3,526 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 | 4,515 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferndown Middle School Peter Grant Way , BH22 9UP | - not rated | 4,915 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,645 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 2,198 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langside School Langside Avenue , Parkstone BH12 5BN | 3out of 4 | 3,060 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 3,196 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth University Poole House , Talbot Campus BH12 5BB | - not rated | 3,558 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf Studio School | Leaf Studio, Holloway Avenue | 216 yd | |
| Cornerstone Church | Cornerstone Church, Holloway Avenue | 807 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee | Unit 4B, Ringwood Road Retail Park, 901-905 Ringwood Road | 930 yd | |
| Cafe 25 | 25 West Howe Industrial Estate, Elliott Road | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder of Mutton | 1010 Ringwood Road | 479 yd | |
| The Bear Cross | 2 Magna Road | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fisherlicious | 36 Anchor Road | 619 yd | |
| Good Fortune Chinese Takeaway | 56 Anchor Road | 619 yd | |
| Robinson's Fish and Chips | Unit 1, Bearwood Neighbourhood Centre, King John Avenue | 662 yd | |
| Pizza Delight | 926 Ringwood Road | 765 yd | |
| West Howe Fish & Chips | 920 Ringwood Road | 765 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 46-50 Anchor Road | 619 yd | |
| The Southern Co-op | Unit 4, Bearwood Neighbourhood Centre, King John Avenue | 660 yd | |
| Lidl | 937 Ringwood Road | 802 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf Studio, Oak Academy DUCK LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 477 yd |
| Duck Lane Playing Fields (Closed) Duck Lane | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Bearwood Playing Fields Lionheart Close | grass pitches | 670 yd |
| Howe Croft Community Centre TURNBULL LANE | 705 yd | |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School DURDELLS AVENUE | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.