Hamble Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 3NL 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 Hamble Road, Poole, BH15 3NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 3NJ, BH15 3NH, BH15 3NQ, BH15 3NU, BH15 3ND, BH15 3NY, BH15 3NX, BH15 3NW, BH15 3NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH15 3NL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 49.8% | 47.8% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52.2% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 3NL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 23.8% | 27.2% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 53.7% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 4.2% | -7.5% | 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 | 40% | 43.2% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 38.5% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 17% | 13.4% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 28.1% | 18.7% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 8.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 11.3% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.1% | 7.4% | -1.7% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 19.4% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 32.5% | 13.5% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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 | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.2% | 94.2% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 94.7% | 88.2% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.6% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 88% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.3% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hamble Road was 19.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.5% lower than the Canford Heath average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hamble Road has the 24th lowest crime rate of 101 local areas in Canford Heath and the 211th lowest crime rate of 1,180 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Hamble Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2026-02-13 | £355,000 |
| 6 Hamble Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-06-24 | £183,707 |
| 58 Hamble Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2024-10-15 | £450,583 |
| 26 Hamble Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Other, an established residential building | £1,539,000 | 2024-04-30 | £1,411,971 |
| 4 Hamble Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-02-12 | £391,111 |
BH15 3NL 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Academy Poole , Constitution Hill Road BH14 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Road Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Road Infant School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sylvan Infant School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DT | - not rated | 1,072 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Infant School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branksome Heath Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | - not rated | 1,065 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole Devon Road , BH15 3QQ | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE (VC) Middle School Parr Street , Parkstone BH14 0JY | - not rated | 1,500 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale County Middle School Wimborne Road , BH15 3DL | - not rated | 1,504 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haymoor Junior School Ashdown Close , Canford Heath BH17 8WG | - not rated | 1,611 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 342 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashdown Technology College Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | - not rated | 1,698 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 3out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossmore Community College Herbert Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4HS | - not rated | 2,061 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | - not rated | 4,021 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | 3out of 4 | 4,021 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 | 1,375 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Arts Institute At Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 4,695 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklyn House School 11 Netley Close , Branksome BH15 3NW | - not rated | 181 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The New School C/O Parkstone Boys' and Girls' Club , Recreation Road BH15 3NN | - not rated | 264 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eagle House School 16 St Peter's Road , Parkstone BH14 0PA | - not rated | 1,185 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee Academy Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skate | 206 Ringwood Road | 217 yd | |
| Cookies and Coffee | Unit 1A, Beta Centre, 262-268 Ringwood Road | 308 yd | |
| Caballero Cafe | Prevail Skatehouse, 65-67 Ringwood Road | 397 yd | |
| Ramp Rats | Prevail Skathouse, 65-67 Ringwood Road | 398 yd | |
| Cafe Nosh | 66 Sea View Road | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pottery Hotel | The Pottery Hotel, 260 Ringwood Road | 217 yd | |
| Newtown Conservative Club | 374 Ringwood Road | 583 yd | |
| Canford Heath Residents & Comm | Community Centre, 7 Mitchell Road | 873 yd | |
| Sweet Home Inn | 25 Ringwood Road | 909 yd | |
| The Pilot | The Fighter Pilot, 1 Adastral Square | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full House | 48 Sea View Road | 563 yd | |
| Mightie Bites | 378 Ringwood Road | 579 yd | |
| The Home | 380 Ringwood Road | 579 yd | |
| Mohaan Indian Takeaway | 16 Sea View Road | 603 yd | |
| Pintoh Thong | 636 Ashley Road | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 638 Ashley Road | 684 yd | |
| Iceland | 2 Adastral Square | 897 yd | |
| The Southern Co-op | 25 Ringwood Road | 909 yd | |
| Co-op | 74 Oakdale Road | 958 yd | |
| Tesco | 470 Ringwood Road | 1,055 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Edwards School DALE VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 427 yd |
| Haskells Recreation Ground Ringwood Road | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Ocean Academy Poole CONSTITUTION HILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,040 yd |
| Branksome Heath Junior School LIVINGSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.