Parkstone Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 2PQ 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 Parkstone Road, Poole, BH15 2PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 1DX, BH15 2HT, BH15 2HN, BH15 1EA, BH15 1UA, BH15 2HY, BH15 2HL, BH15 2DB, BH15 2DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH15 2PQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 51.3% | 52.5% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.7% | 47.5% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BH15 2PQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45% | 42.6% | -2.4% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.5% | 36% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 10.3% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 8.1% | 4.5% | 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 | 47.6% | 47.2% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 33.1% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 13.5% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.7% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
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 57%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.2% | 12.6% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 4.4% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 9.6% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 57% | 26.2% | 33.8% | 23.2% |
| Other | 10.6% | 3.7% | -6.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 6.4% | 10% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 6.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 6.3% | 5.0% | 1.6% | 4.7% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.5% | 79.4% | -7.1% | 81.4% | -2.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 56.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 56.9% | -16.8% | 83.2% | -26.3% |
| European Union | 13.9% | 20% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 13.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% | 5.5% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.8% | 12.5% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 6.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.5% | 56.9% | -16.6% | 83.2% | -26.3% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 8.8% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.6% | 8.8% | 0.2% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.7% | 13.1% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 10.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 12.5% | 9.3% | 1.9% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.8% | 76.7% | -17.9% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 4.4% | 0.6% | 3.8% |
| Spain | 3.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 7.5% | 0.9% | 6.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 5% | 1.2% | 3.8% |
| South-East Asia | 5% | 0.2% | 4.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Hindu | 6.3% | 1.7% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkstone Road was 215.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.5% higher than the Poole Town average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Parkstone Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Poole Town and the 105th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 143.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First And Second Floor Premises 10 Parkstone Road, Poole, Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2013-03-27 | £135,268 |
| 10 Parkstone Road, Poole, Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2008-05-21 | £476,807 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 636 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfleet Church of England Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane , BH15 3JR | 3out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,244 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,535 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 | 651 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,915 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 | 2,645 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 3,189 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 3,599 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 | 5,364 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 | 1,433 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 | 2,410 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School St Osmund's Road , Parkstone BH14 9JY | - not rated | 3,194 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 3,744 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 4,366 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 4,433 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfingers | 251 High Street North | 83 yd | |
| Platinum Skies Esprit Bistro | Bistro, 236-244 High Street North | 97 yd | |
| The Lighthouse | 21 Kingland Road | 116 yd | |
| Wenzels The Bakers | 7 Dolphin Centre, High Street | 211 yd | |
| Bev's Catering | 88 Dolphin Centre | 221 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Hotel | The George Hotel, 230 High Street North | 97 yd | |
| Poole Labour Club | 22 Wimborne Road | 206 yd | |
| Champs | Poole Stadium, Wimborne Road | 417 yd | |
| The Lord Wimborne | 59 Lagland Street | 520 yd | |
| Foundry Arms | Foundry Arms, 58 Lagland Street | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mammy's Baps | 24 Wimborne Road | 208 yd | |
| Eva's Cafe | Unit 61, 9 Dolphin Centre, High Street | 220 yd | |
| Wraps n Roll | Residual Mall Assessment, Dolphin Centre, High Street | 241 yd | |
| Cornish Bakehouse | 175 High Street | 402 yd | |
| Loco Station Kiosk | Poole Railway Station, Serpentine Road | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 11 Pitwines Close | 433 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Pitwines Close | 479 yd | |
| The Southern Co-op | 147 Wimborne Road | 669 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, 2 West Quay Road | 683 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1, Orchard Plaza, High Street | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Poole Sports Centre (Closed) Second Floor Second Floor Dolphin Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 229 yd |
| Everyone Active Leisure Centre: Poole KINGLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 340 yd |
| Poole Park Poole Park | grass pitches, tennis courts | 598 yd |
| Poole High School WIMBORNE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 749 yd |
| Barclays House Squash Club (Closed) | squash courts | 777 yd |
| Poole Cycle Speedway Club CATALINA DRIVE | cycling | 799 yd |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane | grass pitches | 1,091 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.