Bracken Glen is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 2JR is located in the Oakdale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bracken Glen, Poole, BH15 2JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 2JN, BH15 2EN, BH15 2EP, BH15 3QA, BH15 3PT, BH15 2HE, BH15 2JW, BH15 3PS, BH15 2HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH15 2JR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 50.3% | 52.7% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 49.7% | 47.3% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 BH15 2JR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 22.5% | 25.3% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 53.4% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 12.9% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 6.4% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 (85.2%) 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 | 53.7% | 48.1% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 33% | 37.1% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 9% | 11% | 2.0% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 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 | 20.5% | 18.3% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9.8% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 12.2% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 19.9% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.5% | 32.1% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 6.2% | 2.4% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 4% | 3.1% | -0.9% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 94.8% | 93.5% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 87.7% 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 | 91.7% | 87.7% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.8% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 4.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 87.7% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 8.5% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bracken Glen was 26.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.0% lower than the Oakdale average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bracken Glen has the 11th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Oakdale and the 297th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Bracken Glen, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2022-09-12 | £439,141 |
| 4 Bracken Glen, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2022-08-05 | £456,430 |
| 1 Bracken Glen, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2016-10-31 | £358,635 |
| 2 Bracken Glen, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2010-09-30 | £461,235 |
| 9 Bracken Glen, Poole, Poole Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2010-09-10 | £436,526 |
BH15 2JR 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | 3out of 4 | 360 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfleet Church of England Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | 3out of 4 | 381 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane , BH15 3JR | 3out of 4 | 579 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Green Infant Academy Stanley Green Road , Oakdale BH15 3AA | 3out of 4 | 962 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 | 939 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 | 1,572 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 2,377 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,765 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | 2out of 4 | 4,441 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 | 972 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 | 1,400 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 2,809 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School St Osmund's Road , Parkstone BH14 9JY | - not rated | 2,918 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 3,497 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 3,952 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fern Sandwich Bar | 111 St Marys Road | 265 yd | |
| Tatnam Tandoori | 2 Tatnam Crescent | 506 yd | |
| Colin's Nest | Birds Hill Nursing Home, 25 Birds Hill Road | 568 yd | |
| Landmark Cafe | Longfleet United Reformed Church, St Marys Road | 608 yd | |
| Amigo Deli | Amigo Deli at Poole General Hospital, Longfleet Road | 706 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn | The New Inn, 222 Wimborne Road | 358 yd | |
| Shah Of Persia | 173 Longfleet Road | 440 yd | |
| Sweet Home Inn | 25 Ringwood Road | 664 yd | |
| Champs | Poole Stadium, Wimborne Road | 840 yd | |
| Poole Labour Club | 22 Wimborne Road | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tatnam Fish and Chips | 4 Tatnam Crescent | 506 yd | |
| Delicious Pizza & Kebab | 6 Tatnam Crescent | 506 yd | |
| Tang Village | 226 Wimborne Road | 578 yd | |
| Long Johns Fish and Chips | 10 Dorchester Road | 690 yd | |
| American Fried Chicken | 317 Wimborne Road | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 131-139 Fernside Road | 183 yd | |
| The Southern Co-op | 147 Wimborne Road | 578 yd | |
| The Southern Co-op | 25 Ringwood Road | 664 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School DEVON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 317 yd |
| Ocean Academy Poole CONSTITUTION HILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 675 yd |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane | grass pitches | 682 yd |
| Poole High School WIMBORNE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 861 yd |
| Poole Park Poole Park | grass pitches, tennis courts | 902 yd |
| Tatnam Ground POOLE TOWN FC POOLE TOWN FC SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Poole Town Cricket Club Sandbanks Road | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 64.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.