Sea View Road is in Parkstone, Poole and in Poole district. BH12 3LU is located in the Newtown & Heatherlands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sea View Road, Parkstone, Poole, BH12 3LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH12 3JX, BH12 3LJ, BH12 3LP, BH12 3JY, BH14 0QH, BH12 3JU, BH12 3LR, BH12 3LE, BH12 3EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH12 3LU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 54.9% | 49.9% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 45.1% | 50.1% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 | 38.2% | 39.1% | 0.9% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39% | 43.5% | 4.5% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 12.2% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 3.1% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 47.3% | 47.4% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 36.3% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 11.8% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.1% | 13.2% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 16.3% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 14.6% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 20.3% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.7% | 31.2% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.7% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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 | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.6% | 91.8% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 83.8% 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 | 92.1% | 83.8% | -8.3% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 7.6% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 84.3% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.6% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Portugal | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sea View Road was 65.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.6% lower than the Canford Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sea View Road has the 35th highest crime rate of 101 local areas in Canford Heath and the 460th highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 Maple Grange, 45 Sea View Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-05-24 | £173,400 |
| Flat 5 Maple Grange, 45 Sea View Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-12-17 | £171,306 |
| Flat 1 Maple Grange, 45 Sea View Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-07-26 | £175,673 |
| Flat 2 Maple Grange, 45 Sea View Road, Poole, Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2018-01-19 | £183,057 |
| Flat 4 Maple Grange, 45 Sea View Road, Poole, Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2017-08-04 | £172,148 |
| Full-Time Employee | 134 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Road Infant School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DT | 3out of 4 | 662 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sylvan Infant School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DT | - not rated | 662 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Road Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | 3out of 4 | 703 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branksome Heath Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | - not rated | 703 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE (VC) Middle School Parr Street , Parkstone BH14 0JY | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baden Powell County Middle School Mill Lane , Parkstone BH14 8UL | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfleet Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | - not rated | 1,844 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Dale Valley Road , Oakdale BH15 3HY | 3out of 4 | 881 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossmore Community College Herbert Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4HS | - not rated | 1,890 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashdown Technology College Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | - not rated | 2,209 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 3out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | - not rated | 4,551 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | 3out of 4 | 4,551 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 | 1,213 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Arts Institute At Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 4,358 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklyn House School 11 Netley Close , Branksome BH15 3NW | - not rated | 645 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The New School C/O Parkstone Boys' and Girls' Club , Recreation Road BH15 3NN | - not rated | 746 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eagle House School 16 St Peter's Road , Parkstone BH14 0PA | - not rated | 797 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckholme Towers School 18 Commercial Road , Parkstone BH14 0JW | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | - not rated | 1,832 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Nosh | 66 Sea View Road | 92 yd | |
| Cookies and Coffee | Unit 1A, Beta Centre, 262-268 Ringwood Road | 247 yd | |
| Skate | 206 Ringwood Road | 378 yd | |
| Ramp Rats | Prevail Skathouse, 65-67 Ringwood Road | 588 yd | |
| Caballero Cafe | Prevail Skatehouse, 65-67 Ringwood Road | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pottery Hotel | The Pottery Hotel, 260 Ringwood Road | 378 yd | |
| Newtown Conservative Club | 374 Ringwood Road | 527 yd | |
| Parkstone Trades & Labour Hall | 485 Ashley Road | 629 yd | |
| Victoria | The Victoria Cross, 377 Ashley Road | 889 yd | |
| Sweet Home Inn | 25 Ringwood Road | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohaan Indian Takeaway | 16 Sea View Road | 51 yd | |
| Full House | 48 Sea View Road | 92 yd | |
| Pintoh Thong | 636 Ashley Road | 234 yd | |
| Mightie Bites | 378 Ringwood Road | 565 yd | |
| The Home | 380 Ringwood Road | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 638 Ashley Road | 185 yd | |
| Snack Stop | 486 Ashley Road | 826 yd | |
| The Southern Co-op | 25 Ringwood Road | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haskells Recreation Ground Ringwood Road | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Branksome Heath Junior School LIVINGSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 702 yd |
| St Edwards School DALE VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 981 yd |
| Ocean Academy Poole CONSTITUTION HILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,003 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.