Catalina Drive is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 1TQ is located in the Poole Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Catalina Drive, Poole, BH15 1TQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 1UW, BH15 1UR, BH15 1UZ, BH15 1US, BH15 1UY, BH15 1UP, BH15 1UX, BH15 1XS, BH15 1YE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH15 1TQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 50.2% | 48% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 49.8% | 52% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 33.6% | 37.7% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 36.3% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 16.6% | 17% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 4.9% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 45.3% | 51% | 5.7% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 38% | 32.9% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 11% | 11% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.8% | 10.5% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 8.7% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.5% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 42% | 9.3% | 33.8% | 8.2% |
| Other | 7.8% | 2.7% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 94.7% | 91.3% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 79.8% 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 | 85.7% | 79.8% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -3.4% |
| European Union | 8.2% | 12.8% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.9% | 80.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 7.8% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 6.7% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 3.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 1.2% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.1% | 76.7% | -7.6% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 6.2% | 1.5% | 4.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Catalina Drive was 27.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.5% lower than the Poole Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Catalina Drive has the 4th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Poole Town and the 323rd lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 108 Catalina Drive, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2025-09-05 | £285,000 |
| 100 Catalina Drive, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-09-04 | £171,627 |
| 109 Catalina Drive, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2024-02-23 | £470,365 |
| 62 Catalina Drive, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-11-28 | £329,841 |
| 93 Catalina Drive, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-02-01 | £329,008 |
BH15 1TQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 523 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfleet Church of England Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,762 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane , BH15 3JR | 3out of 4 | 1,799 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,450 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,150 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 | 3,166 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 3,981 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 4,263 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 | 1,649 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 | 2,978 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 3,135 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 4,509 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 4,554 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 4,576 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wenzels The Bakers | 7 Dolphin Centre, High Street | 624 yd | |
| The Lighthouse | 21 Kingland Road | 696 yd | |
| Clipper Restaurant | 100-104 Dolphin Centre, High Street | 705 yd | |
| Poole Quay Hotel | The Quay | 718 yd | |
| Muffin Break | Mall Kiosk, Dolphin Centre, High Street | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lord Wimborne | 59 Lagland Street | 761 yd | |
| The Cockleshell | 63 Lagland Street | 820 yd | |
| Foundry Arms | Foundry Arms, 58 Lagland Street | 825 yd | |
| George Hotel | The George Hotel, 230 High Street North | 884 yd | |
| Harry Paye | 88 High Street | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eva's Cafe | Unit 61, 9 Dolphin Centre, High Street | 676 yd | |
| Wraps n Roll | Residual Mall Assessment, Dolphin Centre, High Street | 743 yd | |
| Cornish Bakehouse | 175 High Street | 821 yd | |
| Sandwiches etc | 112 High Street | 855 yd | |
| Munchies | 1f-1g Old Orchard | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Pitwines Close | 484 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 11 Pitwines Close | 717 yd | |
| Tesco | D15 And D16, Dolphin Quays, The Quay | 832 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1, Orchard Plaza, High Street | 974 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, 2 West Quay Road | 1,056 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Poole Cycle Speedway Club CATALINA DRIVE | cycling | 247 yd |
| Everyone Active Leisure Centre: Poole KINGLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 472 yd |
| Poole Sports Centre (Closed) Second Floor Second Floor Dolphin Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 785 yd |
| Poole Park Poole Park | grass pitches, tennis courts | 895 yd |
| Barclays House Squash Club (Closed) | squash courts | 964 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 | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| 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 | 46.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.