Oakdale Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 3LQ 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 Oakdale Road, Poole, BH15 3LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 3HU, BH15 3JF, BH15 3LT, BH15 3LU, BH17 8QY, BH15 3LX, BH15 3LW, BH15 3LL, BH15 3HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH15 3LQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 53.7% | 49.3% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 46.3% | 50.7% | 4.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.6% | 37.8% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 45.1% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 10.1% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.2% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 46% | 44% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 34.9% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 14.4% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.6% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.9% | 23.8% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 12.9% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 21.7% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.9% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.4% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 18.5% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 93.9% | 89.2% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 7.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 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 | 92.5% | 88.8% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 3.7% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 88.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.3% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.1% | 37.2% | 19.9% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakdale Road was 180.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 123.5% higher than the Canford Heath average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Oakdale Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Canford Heath and the 134th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Oakdale Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2020-10-12 | £281,809 |
| 88 Oakdale Road, Poole, Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,500 | 2015-09-25 | £269,941 |
| 82 Oakdale Road, Poole, Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2001-12-13 | £253,664 |
| 86A Oakdale Road, Poole, Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2001-04-06 | £276,652 |
| 82 Oakdale Road, Poole, Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £57,000 | 1996-07-19 | £344,541 |
BH15 3LQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canford Heath Infant School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 98 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Junior School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 158 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Green Infant Academy Stanley Green Road , Oakdale BH15 3AA | 3out of 4 | 920 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haymoor Junior School Ashdown Close , Canford Heath BH17 8WG | 3out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Dale Valley Road , Oakdale BH15 3HY | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 1,479 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 1,990 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | 3out of 4 | 2,042 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 3,253 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 | 1,855 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 | 324 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 1,655 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 3,066 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 3,196 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School St Osmund's Road , Parkstone BH14 9JY | - not rated | 3,443 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marnhull Community Café | Marnhull Village Hall | 255 yd | |
| The Hub on the Heath | 10 Adastral Square | 630 yd | |
| Happyccino at the Hub | 15 Didcot Road | 717 yd | |
| South Coast Building Supplies aka The Upstairs Cafe | Unit 1 A, 5-9 Nuffield Road | 962 yd | |
| Caballero Cafe | Prevail Skatehouse, 65-67 Ringwood Road | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Conservative Club | 92 Darbys Lane | 552 yd | |
| Canford Heath Residents & Comm | Community Centre, 7 Mitchell Road | 596 yd | |
| The Pilot | The Fighter Pilot, 1 Adastral Square | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wongs Dragon | 80 Oakdale Road | 2 yd | |
| Parvez Tandoori | 82 Oakdale Road | 2 yd | |
| Chopstick House | 14 Adastral Square | 613 yd | |
| Adastral Fish and Chips | 11 Adastral Square | 613 yd | |
| Long Johns Fish and Chips | 10 Dorchester Road | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 74 Oakdale Road | 57 yd | |
| Iceland | 2 Adastral Square | 573 yd | |
| Insanity Retro Gaming | 42 Harwell Road | 612 yd | |
| Wah Hing Chinese Supermarket | 14 Didcot Road | 757 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Learoyd Road Playing Fields Learoyd Road | grass pitches | 412 yd |
| St Edwards School DALE VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 595 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 | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.