Hurst Hill is in Poole and in Poole district. BH14 8LF 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 Hurst Hill, Poole, BH14 8LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH14 8JZ, BH14 8LE, BH14 8JH, BH14 8JU, BH14 8QD, BH14 8LB, BH14 8JX, BH14 8JQ, BH14 8HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH14 8LF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 51.8% | 48.8% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48.2% | 51.3% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 8LF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 17.7% | 19.8% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 54.5% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 8.6% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 12.7% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 47.6% | 56.4% | 8.8% | 48.4% | 8.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 26.3% | -8.0% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 12.9% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 45.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.4% | 10.4% | -11.0% | 18.2% | -7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 9.3% | 1.8% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 14.1% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 12.3% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.5% | 45.7% | 6.2% | 33.8% | 11.9% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.1% | 95.9% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 89.5% | 93.1% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 92.8% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.3% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0% | -8.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26% | 37.2% | -11.2% |
| Christian | 68% | 46.2% | 21.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hurst Hill was 15.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.9% lower than the Canford Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Hurst Hill has the 11th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Canford Cliffs and the 134th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.3%.

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 21 Harbour Prospect, 32 Hurst Hill, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £418,000 | 2025-08-26 | £416,183 |
| 20 Hurst Hill, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2024-12-18 | £820,339 |
| 11 Hurst Hill, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £1,130,000 | 2022-06-06 | £1,105,152 |
| Flat 5 Harbour Prospect, 32 Hurst Hill, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-03-25 | £343,255 |
| 18 Hurst Hill, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £770,000 | 2021-03-26 | £871,733 |
BH14 8LF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% 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 8LF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH14 8LF 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 | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 184 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 | 1,517 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Courthill Infant School Courthill Road , Parkstone BH14 9HL | 3out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,769 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherlands Primary School Library Road , Parkstone BH12 2BG | 3out of 4 | 2,959 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 | 3,680 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 | 3,789 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 4,124 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 4,696 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 5,147 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 | 2,407 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 | 1,393 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 2,688 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 3,798 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Heath School Rothesay Road , BOURNEMOUTH BH4 9NJ | - not rated | 4,200 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 4,485 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koh Thai | 292 Sandbanks Road | 337 yd | |
| Rockets and Rascals | 278-282 Sandbanks Road | 361 yd | |
| The Deck at Salterns | 38 Salterns Way | 630 yd | |
| Parkstone Golf Club | Parkstone Golf Club, 49a Links Road | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TJ's Fish and Chips | 254 Sandbanks Road | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 258-262 Sandbanks Road | 385 yd | |
| Lilliput Service Station aka Asda Express Poole - Sandbanks Road PFS | 291-293 Sandbanks Road | 410 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkstone Golf Club Links Road | golf | 947 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.