Willis Way is in Poole and in Poole district. BH15 3SZ is located in the Oakdale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willis Way, Poole, BH15 3SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH15 3SS, BH15 3AP, BH15 3TD, BH15 3AE, BH15 3AT, BH15 3AD, BH15 3BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH15 3SZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50.6% | 50% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.3% | 31.5% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 50% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 8.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 47.4% | 43.3% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 37.6% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 16.9% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 22.6% | 13% | -9.6% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 14.4% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 17.8% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 9.3% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 18.1% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 24.4% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 8.3% | 3% | -5.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.8% | 98.1% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 88.1% 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 | 88.6% | 88.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| European Union | 5% | 7.9% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 87.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.2% | 7.5% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willis Way was 285.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 571.5% higher than the Oakdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willis Way has the highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Oakdale and the 65th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 6 35 Willis Way, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Other, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2023-12-14 | £1,085,776 |
| Unit 16 35 Willis Way, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Other, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2022-11-11 | £105,727 |
| Unit 1 35 Willis Way, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Other, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2022-04-22 | £680,679 |
| Unit 14 35 Willis Way, Poole, Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £48,000 | 1997-03-11 | £274,410 |
BH15 3SZ 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane , BH15 3JR | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Green Infant Academy Stanley Green Road , Oakdale BH15 3AA | 3out of 4 | 877 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfleet Church of England Primary School Jolliffe Avenue , BH15 2HF | 3out of 4 | 1,515 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Junior School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,693 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Infant School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,749 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 | 947 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 1,845 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,089 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 | 2,530 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 2,851 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 | 4,054 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 | 2,352 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 | 1,624 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 2,540 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 3,118 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School St Osmund's Road , Parkstone BH14 9JY | - not rated | 4,308 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 4,700 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 | 69 yd | |
| KFC | Kfc, Wessex Gate Retail Park, Broadstone Way | 548 yd | |
| McDonalds | Wessex Gate Retail Park, Broadstone Way | 548 yd | |
| Dine Contract Catering | 10-20 Sterte Avenue | 619 yd | |
| Subway | Creekmoor Services, Safety Drive | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery | The Fleetsbridge, Wimborne Road | 1,002 yd | |
| New Inn | The New Inn, 222 Wimborne Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Engagement Group Ltd | 8-9 Wessex Gate Retail Park, Broadstone Way | 548 yd | |
| Willys Hubbs Kitchen | B And Q Warehouse, Fleets Lane | 704 yd | |
| Crumbs | 117 Sterte Road | 726 yd | |
| Master Chef | 119 Sterte Road | 726 yd | |
| American Fried Chicken | 317 Wimborne Road | 906 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wessex Harbour Gym Ltd UNIT 2 UNIT 2 STERTE AVENUE WEST | health and fitness suite | 434 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (Poole) FLEETS LANE | health and fitness suite | 486 yd |
| Tatnam Ground POOLE TOWN FC POOLE TOWN FC SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Poole High School WIMBORNE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 861 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.