Fleets Lane is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 3BP 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 Fleets Lane, Poole, BH15 3BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 3BH, BH15 3AQ, BH15 3AD, BH15 3BJ, BH15 3HP, BH15 3AT, BH15 3AY, BH15 3SS, BH15 3AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH15 3BP 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 | 48.7% | 48.1% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51.9% | 0.6% | 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 | 32.9% | 38.5% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 44.7% | -8.9% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 8.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 6.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 49% | 45.7% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 36.5% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 11% | 12.6% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.4% | -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 | 22.9% | 19.3% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 7.9% | -11.4% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 17.2% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 6.9% | -1.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 19% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 25.2% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.1% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
In this area, 87.9% 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 | 94.4% | 87.9% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 5% | 8.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 87.6% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.5% | 9.2% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fleets Lane was 11.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.3% lower than the Oakdale average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Fleets Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Oakdale and the 91st lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 94.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Fleets Lane, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £366,000 | 2025-08-15 | £364,856 |
| 18 Fleets Lane, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-05-17 | £370,812 |
| 20 Fleets Lane, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £456,000 | 2023-11-30 | £462,280 |
| 6 Fleets Lane, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £338,500 | 2022-07-29 | £335,346 |
| 10 Fleets Lane, Poole, Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £251,000 | 2016-11-22 | £312,597 |
BH15 3BP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% 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 3BP 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Green Infant Academy Stanley Green Road , Oakdale BH15 3AA | 3out of 4 | 561 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane , BH15 3JR | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Junior School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfleet Church of England Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | 3out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Infant School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,017 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Dale Valley Road , Oakdale BH15 3HY | 3out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,383 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 2,537 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 | 3,836 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 | 2,194 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 | 1,304 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 2,283 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 3,328 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School St Osmund's Road , Parkstone BH14 9JY | - not rated | 4,138 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 4,412 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunseeker International Ltd | 29-33 Willis Way | 363 yd | |
| KFC | Kfc, Wessex Gate Retail Park, Broadstone Way | 545 yd | |
| McDonalds | Wessex Gate Retail Park, Broadstone Way | 545 yd | |
| Dine Contract Catering | 10-20 Sterte Avenue | 784 yd | |
| Subway | Creekmoor Services, Safety Drive | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery | The Fleetsbridge, Wimborne Road | 761 yd | |
| New Inn | The New Inn, 222 Wimborne Road | 864 yd | |
| Oakdale Conservative Club | 92 Darbys Lane | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willys Hubbs Kitchen | B And Q Warehouse, Fleets Lane | 517 yd | |
| Consumer Engagement Group Ltd | 8-9 Wessex Gate Retail Park, Broadstone Way | 545 yd | |
| American Fried Chicken | 317 Wimborne Road | 622 yd | |
| Tang Village | 226 Wimborne Road | 750 yd | |
| Crumbs | 117 Sterte Road | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 131-139 Fernside Road | 1,052 yd | |
| The Southern Co-op | 147 Wimborne Road | 1,056 yd | |
| Tesco | Waterloo Road | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness First Health Club (Poole) FLEETS LANE | health and fitness suite | 301 yd |
| Tatnam Ground POOLE TOWN FC POOLE TOWN FC SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 483 yd |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane | grass pitches | 620 yd |
| Wessex Harbour Gym Ltd UNIT 2 UNIT 2 STERTE AVENUE WEST | health and fitness suite | 720 yd |
| Poole High School WIMBORNE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 903 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 | 162.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.