Bournemouth Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH14 0ER is located in the Penn Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bournemouth Road, Poole, BH14 0ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH14 0HJ, BH14 0BT, BH14 0HA, BH14 0HH, BH14 8PE, BH14 9JN, BH14 0BU, BH14 8FL, BH14 0BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH14 0ER has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 53.2% | 49.3% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 50.7% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 37.6% | 41.6% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 38.9% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 12.5% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 5.4% | -6.0% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) 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 | 49.9% | 59.2% | 9.3% | 48.4% | 10.8% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 27.6% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.2% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 0.5% | -2.8% | 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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.4% | 10.5% | -10.9% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 6.4% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.6% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 21.7% | 14.1% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 44.1% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 0.3% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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 | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.7% | 90.4% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 5.0% |
In this area, 88.3% 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 | 91.4% | 88.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 88.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 9.3% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.8% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 42.2% | 46.2% | -4.0% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bournemouth Road was 39.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.8% lower than the Canford Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bournemouth Road has the 40th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Canford Cliffs and the 473rd lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Tree Cottage, 85 Bournemouth Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £547,000 | 2025-08-18 | £544,667 |
| 73 Bournemouth Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-06-12 | £402,572 |
| 75 Bournemouth Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-01-05 | £324,584 |
| Flat 1 85 Bournemouth Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Other, an established residential building | £9,900 | 2022-12-05 | £8,996 |
| Flat 3 Richmond Court, 95 - 101 Bournemouth Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2022-05-24 | £161,477 |
BH14 0ER 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 | 126 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courthill Infant School Courthill Road , Parkstone BH14 9HL | 3out of 4 | 492 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 | 865 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Road Infant School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,062 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Road Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | 2out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherlands Primary School Library Road , Parkstone BH12 2BG | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,077 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 2,155 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 3,225 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 3,381 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 4,240 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 1,541 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 | 752 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 1,875 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 2,811 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 3,076 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 275 yd | |
| Tomoko Ramen | 353 Ashley Road | 452 yd | |
| Bamboo Leaf | 349-351 Ashley Road | 458 yd | |
| Boheme | 307 Ashley Road | 459 yd | |
| Alghero Ristoranto | 359 Ashley Road | 469 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branksome Conservative Club | 271 Ashley Road | 471 yd | |
| Victoria | The Victoria Cross, 377 Ashley Road | 497 yd | |
| The Churchill | 382 Ashley Road | 509 yd | |
| Grasshopper | The Grasshopper, 139-141 Bournemouth Road | 513 yd | |
| The Avocet | 58 Station Road Parkstone | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Wok Original | 129 Bournemouth Road | 184 yd | |
| Foysals Indian Takeaway | 108 Bournemouth Road | 311 yd | |
| Halfway Fish Bar | 112 Bournemouth Road | 311 yd | |
| Smokeys | 400 Ashley Road | 495 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 426-430 Ashley Road | 495 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simply Local | 104-106 Bournemouth Road | 240 yd | |
| Tesco | 131-135 Bournemouth Road | 278 yd | |
| Waitrose | 311-313 Ashley Road | 403 yd | |
| Iceland | 362 Ashley Road | 537 yd | |
| Co-op | 346 Ashley Road | 551 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School ST. OSMUNDS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 680 yd |
| Images Health And Fitness Club (Closed) 8A 8A Parr Street | health and fitness suite | 1,031 yd |
| East Dorset Lawn Tennis And Croquet Club SALTERNS ROAD | tennis courts | 1,058 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 187.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.