Western Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH13 7BP is located in the Canford Cliffs electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Western Road, Poole, BH13 7BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH13 6LS, BH13 7BG, BH13 7DJ, BH13 6LE, BH13 6LT, BH13 7DE, BH13 6LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH13 7BP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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% | 49.4% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 53.9% | 50.6% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 BH13 7BP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.8% 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 | 21.3% | 21.3% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.6% | 66.8% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 22.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -5.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 69% | 61.2% | -7.8% | 48.4% | 12.8% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 27.9% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 3.9% | 10.1% | 6.2% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 BH13 7BP this area, 7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.2% | 7% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 8.5% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 10.1% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 4.9% | 3.5% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 11.9% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.7% | 56.4% | 11.7% | 33.8% | 22.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.9% | 94.6% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 85.1% 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 | 86.9% | 85.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 6.7% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86% | 85.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 10.1% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.4% | 0% | -10.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Middle East | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Western Road was 8.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.7% lower than the Canford Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Bicycle theft.
Western Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Canford Cliffs and the 48th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Western Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £4,275,000 | 2024-04-10 | £4,284,174 |
| 20 Western Road, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £3,550,000 | 2018-12-10 | £4,134,289 |
| 18 Western Road, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £2,300,000 | 2017-12-08 | £2,815,465 |
| 24 Western Road, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £1,900,000 | 2016-12-13 | £2,407,870 |
| 18A Western Road, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £1,850,000 | 2015-11-20 | £2,496,965 |
BH13 7BP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
BH13 7BP 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 BH13 7BP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lilliput Church of England Infant School Lilliput Road , Parkstone BH14 8JX | 4out of 4 | 1,728 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Courthill Infant School Courthill Road , Parkstone BH14 9HL | 3out of 4 | 2,123 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Somerville Road , BH2 5LH | 3out of 4 | 2,462 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherlands Primary School Library Road , Parkstone BH12 2BG | 3out of 4 | 2,468 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baden-Powell and St Peter's Church of England Junior School Mill Lane , Parkstone BH14 8UL | 3out of 4 | 2,666 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 3,901 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Dale Valley Road , Oakdale BH15 3HY | 3out of 4 | 4,540 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 4,762 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 4,850 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 5,271 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 3,701 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 , | - not rated | 4,100 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 1,597 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School St Osmund's Road , Parkstone BH14 9JY | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Heath School Rothesay Road , BOURNEMOUTH BH4 9NJ | - not rated | 2,720 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 3,500 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Bournemouth 58 Braidley Road , BH2 6LD | - not rated | 3,622 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sustudio | 22 Haven Road | 791 yd | |
| Coffee Saloon | 9 Haven Road | 796 yd | |
| Rockwater | Branksome Chine Cafe, Pinecliff Road | 816 yd | |
| Stock | 13 Haven Road | 818 yd | |
| Baffi Pizza | 44 Haven Road | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cliff | The Cliff, 6 Ravine Road | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branksome Chine Kiosk | Branksome Chine Cafe | 817 yd | |
| Branksome Dene Kiosk | Kiosk | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 31-37 Haven Road | 826 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Canford Cliffs Village Hall RAVINE ROAD | 706 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 35.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.