South Western Crescent is in Poole and in Poole district. BH14 8RS 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 South Western Crescent, Poole, BH14 8RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH14 8RX, BH14 8RR, BH14 8RU, BH14 8RZ, BH14 8RT, BH14 8SN, BH14 8RY, BH14 8SW, BH14 8QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH14 8RS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 51% | 52.1% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 49% | 47.9% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 8RS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.6% 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 | 21.5% | 20.6% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.2% | 62.6% | 4.4% | 44.2% | 18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 8.6% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 52.3% | 59.9% | 7.6% | 48.4% | 11.5% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 28.2% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 9.4% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 BH14 8RS this area, 8.1% 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 45.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.8% | 8.1% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 9.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 14.7% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 14% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.6% | 45.7% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 11.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.6% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.4% | 97.2% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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% | 94.6% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 94.6% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Western Crescent was 29.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.3% lower than the Canford Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
South Western Crescent has the 31st lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Canford Cliffs and the 348th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183B South Western Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2024-12-09 | £751,153 |
| 187 South Western Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2024-04-26 | £487,126 |
| 197 South Western Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-11-13 | £297,768 |
| 183A South Western Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £845,000 | 2023-10-20 | £834,281 |
| 185 South Western Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2023-08-15 | £720,740 |
BH14 8RS 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 BH14 8RS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 411 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilliput Church of England Infant School Lilliput Road , Parkstone BH14 8JX | 4out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Courthill Infant School Courthill Road , Parkstone BH14 9HL | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,742 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Road Infant School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,961 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 | 2,659 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 2,975 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 3,127 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 4,016 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 4,350 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 | 1,430 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 | 727 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 2,312 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 2,846 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 3,427 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 3,781 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Dorset Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club | Salterns Road | 690 yd | |
| Coast | 91 Salterns Road | 691 yd | |
| Nicholas James Deli | 32 Station Road Parkstone | 764 yd | |
| Dancing Moose | 26-30 Station Road Parkstone | 832 yd | |
| Little Red Roaster | 18 Station Road Parkstone | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avocet | 58 Station Road Parkstone | 714 yd | |
| Temple | 16-18 Bournemouth Road | 915 yd | |
| Camden | 6 Bournemouth Road | 915 yd | |
| The Britannia | Britannia Inn, 20 Britannia Road | 928 yd | |
| Parkstone Conservative Club | 19 Parr Street | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Kebab | 15 Bournemouth Road | 965 yd | |
| TJ's Fish and Chips | 254 Sandbanks Road | 990 yd | |
| Top Wok Original | 129 Bournemouth Road | 1,031 yd | |
| Foysals Indian Takeaway | 108 Bournemouth Road | 1,059 yd | |
| Halfway Fish Bar | 112 Bournemouth Road | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 101-107 Commercial Road | 915 yd | |
| Lilliput Service Station aka Asda Express Poole - Sandbanks Road PFS | 291-293 Sandbanks Road | 945 yd | |
| Simply Local | 104-106 Bournemouth Road | 1,015 yd | |
| Tesco | 258-262 Sandbanks Road | 1,072 yd | |
| Tesco | 131-135 Bournemouth Road | 1,080 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School ST. OSMUNDS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 604 yd |
| East Dorset Lawn Tennis And Croquet Club SALTERNS ROAD | tennis courts | 682 yd |
| Whitecliff Recreation Ground Whitecliff Road | grass pitches | 764 yd |
| Parkstone Golf Club Links Road | golf | 836 yd |
| Images Health And Fitness Club (Closed) 8A 8A Parr Street | health and fitness suite | 999 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 4.8% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.