Stanley Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 1QY is located in the Poole Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stanley Road, Poole, BH15 1QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 1QX, BH15 1UH, BH15 1RA, BH15 1QN, BH15 1QW, BH15 1RN, BH15 1QA, BH15 1QL, BH15 1XX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH15 1QY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 51.4% | 48.1% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51.9% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 32.6% | 30.3% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 36.5% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 19.4% | 7.1% | 9.1% | 10.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 8.1% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 42.8% | 45.5% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 34.3% | -3.5% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 14% | 15.9% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.4% | 20.1% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 9.1% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 18.2% | 4.8% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 4.8% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 10.5% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 35.4% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 6.4% | 1.9% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91% | 94% | 3.0% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 90.5% | 88.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 3.9% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 88% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 7.3% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stanley Road was 128.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.3% lower than the Poole Town average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Stanley Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Poole Town and the 211th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 292.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Stanley Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-01-31 | £315,316 |
| 20 Stanley Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-09-12 | £294,689 |
| 30 Stanley Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2024-06-21 | £289,440 |
| Conrad Cottage Stanley Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-05-16 | £372,749 |
| 34 Stanley Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-05-19 | £350,733 |
BH15 1QY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% 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.
BH15 1QY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 1QY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town Infant School and Nursery Green Road , BH15 1QB | 3out of 4 | 231 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfleet Church of England Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | 3out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamworthy Park Junior School Ashmore Crescent , Hamworthy BH15 4DG | 3out of 4 | 1,728 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane , BH15 3JR | 3out of 4 | 1,838 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School Blandford Road , Hamworthy BH15 4AX | 3out of 4 | 1,886 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,387 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Dale Valley Road , Oakdale BH15 3HY | 3out of 4 | 3,456 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 3,990 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 4,453 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 | 2,049 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 3,263 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School St Osmund's Road , Parkstone BH14 9JY | - not rated | 3,476 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 4,577 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 4,727 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 5,006 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poole Quay Hotel | The Quay | 220 yd | |
| Quay Cafe | 18 Dolphin Quays, The Quay | 291 yd | |
| Deli On The Quay | D17, Dolphin Quays, The Quay | 334 yd | |
| Sambô Rodizio | D24, Dolphin Quays, The Quay | 335 yd | |
| Rancho Steak House | D26a, Dolphin Quays, The Quay | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cockleshell | 63 Lagland Street | 360 yd | |
| Foundry Arms | Foundry Arms, 58 Lagland Street | 451 yd | |
| Harry Paye | 88 High Street | 490 yd | |
| The Lord Wimborne | 59 Lagland Street | 491 yd | |
| Lord Nelson | The Quay | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchies | 1f-1g Old Orchard | 412 yd | |
| Seaway Fish and Chips | 1a Old Orchard | 412 yd | |
| Fish & Chips | Kiosk 7, The Kiosks, The Quay | 419 yd | |
| Willows Traditional Pie and Mash | Kiosk 3, The Quay | 433 yd | |
| Flower Computers Ltd T/A The Churro Shop | Kiosk 6, Poole Quay | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | D15 And D16, Dolphin Quays, The Quay | 334 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Pitwines Close | 377 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1, Orchard Plaza, High Street | 499 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 11 Pitwines Close | 513 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, 2 West Quay Road | 728 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barclays House Squash Club (Closed) | squash courts | 566 yd |
| Everyone Active Leisure Centre: Poole KINGLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 647 yd |
| Poole Sports Centre (Closed) Second Floor Second Floor Dolphin Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 701 yd |
| Poole Cycle Speedway Club CATALINA DRIVE | cycling | 733 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 147.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.