Poplar Close is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 1LP is located in the Poole Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Poplar Close, Poole, BH15 1LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 1JL, BH15 1LX, BH15 1JP, BH15 1ZA, BH15 1JJ, BH15 1JX, BH15 1NA, BH15 1JU, BH15 1JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH15 1LP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.9% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.1% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 31.7% | 35.9% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 37.6% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 11.7% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 10.8% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 52% | 44.9% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 39% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.5% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 14.3% | 12.6% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 10.3% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 13.5% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.9% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 17.4% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.6% | 38.8% | -1.8% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.4% | 91.6% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
In this area, 85.2% 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 | 88% | 85.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 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 | 85.4% | 85.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 8.9% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 0.5% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poplar Close was 119.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.4% lower than the Poole Town average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Poplar Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Poole Town and the 226th highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Poplar Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £305,500 | 2024-02-12 | £302,492 |
| 9 Poplar Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-11-24 | £364,639 |
| 4 Poplar Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-03-15 | £767,879 |
| 1 Poplar Close, Poole, Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2018-02-14 | £379,811 |
| 3 Poplar Close, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2017-01-10 | £423,876 |
BH15 1LP 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 BH15 1LP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Road Combined School Green Road , BH15 1QB | - not rated | 630 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Town Infant School and Nursery Green Road , BH15 1QB | - not rated | 630 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Town Infant School and Nursery Green Road , BH15 1QB | 3out of 4 | 630 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamworthy Park Junior School Ashmore Crescent , Hamworthy BH15 4DG | - not rated | 1,112 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamworthy Park Junior School Ashmore Crescent , Hamworthy BH15 4DG | - not rated | 1,112 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longfleet Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | - not rated | 1,840 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane , BH15 3JR | - not rated | 1,865 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | - not rated | 2,333 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale County Middle School Wimborne Road , BH15 3DL | - not rated | 2,452 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE (VC) Middle School Parr Street , Parkstone BH14 0JY | - not rated | 2,999 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carter Community School Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | - not rated | 1,348 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 | 3,714 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,492 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckholme Towers School 18 Commercial Road , Parkstone BH14 0JW | - not rated | 2,832 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagle House School 16 St Peter's Road , Parkstone BH14 0PA | - not rated | 3,095 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School Harbourside Campus , Turlin Road BH16 5AH | - not rated | 3,137 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee Academy Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,318 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | - not rated | 3,318 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel du Vin and Bistro | 7-11 Thames Street | 144 yd | |
| Pizzeria Valona | 12 High Street | 154 yd | |
| Sakura Khruathai | 18 High Street | 157 yd | |
| Hinar Kitchen | 22 High Street | 157 yd | |
| Flavours of Asia | 20 High Street | 157 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Mary Inn | Queen Mary Inn, 68 West Street | 65 yd | |
| King Charles Inn | King Charles Inn, Thames Street | 117 yd | |
| The Angel | Angel Inn, 28 Market Street | 121 yd | |
| The King's Head | Kings Head Hotel, 6 High Street | 157 yd | |
| Antelope Hotel | Antelope Hotel, 8 High Street | 157 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quayside Chinese Takeaway | 5 Grand Parade, High Street | 183 yd | |
| The Fisherman Cafe | Unit 1, 5 High Street | 207 yd | |
| Premier Bites | 62 High Street | 267 yd | |
| Flower Computers Ltd T/A The Churro Shop | Kiosk 6, Poole Quay | 322 yd | |
| Munchies | 1f-1g Old Orchard | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1, Orchard Plaza, High Street | 257 yd | |
| Tesco | D15 And D16, Dolphin Quays, The Quay | 470 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, 2 West Quay Road | 493 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 11 Pitwines Close | 720 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Pitwines Close | 850 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barclays House Squash Club (Closed) | squash courts | 356 yd |
| Poole Sports Centre (Closed) Second Floor Second Floor Dolphin Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 903 yd |
| Specsavers County Ground (Dorset County Fa) Specsavers County Ground Specsavers County Ground Blandford Close | artificial grass pitch | 931 yd |
| Carter Community School BLANDFORD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,068 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 | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.