Sandbanks Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH14 8BU is located in the Parkstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandbanks Road, Poole, BH14 8BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH14 8AG, BH14 8BP, BH14 8AA, BH14 8AY, BH14 8AD, BH14 8AX, BH14 8FE, BH14 8BY, BH14 8AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH14 8BU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 48.6% | 53.7% | 5.1% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 51.4% | 46.3% | -5.1% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 BH14 8BU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 23.5% | 29.7% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 53.1% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 10.2% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 55.6% | 58.6% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 29.9% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 9% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 11.6% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 5.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 12.8% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 19.8% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.6% | 46.1% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.6% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 100% | 95% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 93.2% | 90.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 89.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 7.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.3% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandbanks Road was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.7% lower than the Canford Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sandbanks Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Canford Cliffs and the 54th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Sandbanks Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £607,500 | 2022-08-10 | £583,750 |
| 34 Sandbanks Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2021-01-14 | £732,114 |
| 34A Sandbanks Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2020-09-24 | £717,599 |
| 36A Sandbanks Road, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2019-03-15 | £726,961 |
| 34A Sandbanks Road, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2017-08-18 | £751,846 |
BH14 8BU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
BH14 8BU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| 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 | 651 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,102 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfleet Church of England Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Courthill Infant School Courthill Road , Parkstone BH14 9HL | 3out of 4 | 1,826 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 1,990 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Dale Valley Road , Oakdale BH15 3HY | 3out of 4 | 2,041 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 3,194 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 3,359 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 3,498 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 | 474 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 | 1,614 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,565 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 3,022 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 3,102 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 3,791 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old School House Nursery | Buckholme Towers School, 18 Commercial Road | 297 yd | |
| Coast | 91 Salterns Road | 315 yd | |
| East Dorset Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club | Salterns Road | 316 yd | |
| Chicken and Blues | 73-75 Commercial Road | 361 yd | |
| Mandarin Chef | 77 Commercial Road | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Britannia | Britannia Inn, 20 Britannia Road | 205 yd | |
| Ox | Ox, 81 Commercial Road | 361 yd | |
| Bermuda Triangle | The Bermuda Triangle, 10 Parr Street | 424 yd | |
| Parkstone Conservative Club | 19 Parr Street | 473 yd | |
| The Butcher's Dog | The Butcher's Dog, 37-39 Parr Street | 488 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea View Caterers (Broadstone) | Viewpoint, Constitution Hill Road | 415 yd | |
| Upper Crust | 123 Parkstone Road | 546 yd | |
| No.1 Wok | 131 Parkstone Road | 546 yd | |
| Beijing Palace AKA Quayside Chinese Takeaway | 119 Parkstone Road | 546 yd | |
| Parkway Fish Bar | 113 Parkstone Road | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 101-107 Commercial Road | 444 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Dorset Lawn Tennis And Croquet Club SALTERNS ROAD | tennis courts | 352 yd |
| Images Health And Fitness Club (Closed) 8A 8A Parr Street | health and fitness suite | 419 yd |
| Poole Town Cricket Club Sandbanks Road | grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Whitecliff Recreation Ground Whitecliff Road | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Ocean Academy Poole CONSTITUTION HILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 955 yd |
| Poole Park Poole Park | 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% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 222 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.