Glen Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH14 0BQ is located in the Parkstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 2015-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glen Road, Poole, BH14 0BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH14 0HP, BH14 0DE, BH14 0BJ, BH14 0HD, BH14 0EN, BH14 0DB, BH14 0DA, BH14 0BW, BH14 0HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH14 0BQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.5% | 49.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 37.4% | 33% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 47.6% | 8.7% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.5% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 12.3% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 5.4% | -5.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 46.9% | 48.8% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 32.5% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 15% | 11.8% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 21.4% | 16.9% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 8.4% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 13% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 15.1% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 36.1% | 11.4% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 2.8% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 93.4% | 91.9% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 86.4% 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 | 92.6% | 86.4% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 6.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 86.6% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 7.9% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glen Road was 24.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.7% lower than the Canford Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Glen Road has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Canford Cliffs and the 263rd lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 87.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% 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 2 Siren, 27B Glen Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-06-24 | £291,102 |
| Flat 2 Siren, 27B Glen Road, Poole, Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2018-07-30 | £320,546 |
| Flat 3 Siren, 27B Glen Road, Poole, Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2017-09-06 | £308,640 |
| Flat 1 Siren, 27B Glen Road, Poole, Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2016-07-15 | £317,892 |
| Flat 5 Siren, 27B Glen Road, Poole, Poole Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £500,000 | 2016-01-22 | £613,119 |
BH14 0BQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 137 |
| Retired | 95 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 27 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baden-Powell and St Peter's Church of England Junior School Mill Lane , Parkstone BH14 8UL | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Road Infant School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DT | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Courthill Infant School Courthill Road , Parkstone BH14 9HL | 3out of 4 | 926 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Road Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | 2out of 4 | 973 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,657 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 2,989 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 3,788 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 5,332 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 | 1,173 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School St Osmund's Road , Parkstone BH14 9JY | - not rated | 1,153 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 1,922 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 2,230 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,622 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 2,757 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Pantry | Flat 27, Castle Hill House, 65 Bournemouth Road | 186 yd | |
| KFC | 407a Ashley Road | 317 yd | |
| Gurkha Spice | 381 Ashley Road | 348 yd | |
| Running Free Cafe | 22a Bournemouth Road | 363 yd | |
| Sobar T/A No10 Ashley Cross | 10 Bournemouth Road | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkstone Trades & Labour Hall | 485 Ashley Road | 316 yd | |
| Victoria | The Victoria Cross, 377 Ashley Road | 348 yd | |
| Temple | 16-18 Bournemouth Road | 377 yd | |
| Camden | 6 Bournemouth Road | 377 yd | |
| The Avocet | 58 Station Road Parkstone | 478 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Fish and Chippy | 409c Ashley Road | 293 yd | |
| Alex Wok | 409d Ashley Road | 293 yd | |
| Imrans Heart of India AKA The Curry Guys | 409e Ashley Road | 293 yd | |
| Golden Kebab | 15 Bournemouth Road | 357 yd | |
| Star Pizza | 490 Ashley Road | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snack Stop | 486 Ashley Road | 352 yd | |
| Waitrose | 311-313 Ashley Road | 507 yd | |
| Co-op | 101-107 Commercial Road | 669 yd | |
| Simply Local | 104-106 Bournemouth Road | 695 yd | |
| Iceland | 362 Ashley Road | 696 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Images Health And Fitness Club (Closed) 8A 8A Parr Street | health and fitness suite | 714 yd |
| East Dorset Lawn Tennis And Croquet Club SALTERNS ROAD | tennis courts | 894 yd |
| Branksome Heath Junior School LIVINGSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,020 yd |
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School ST. OSMUNDS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,050 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 | 51.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.38 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.