Blandford Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH16 5EB is located in the Hamworthy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blandford Road, Poole, BH16 5EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH16 5EG, BH16 5EW, BH16 5EH, BH16 5EE, BH16 5SA, BH16 5DE, BH16 5BU, BH16 5DW, BH16 5BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH16 5EB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 49.2% | 53.2% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 46.8% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 26% | 36.8% | 10.8% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 45% | -10.6% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 9.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 8% | 5% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 45.9% | 48.8% | 2.9% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 34.4% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 12.1% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.6% | 19.9% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 11.4% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 15.7% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.1% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 18.5% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 22.8% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.6% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 94.8% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 93.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 93.4% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 93.4% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.6% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 35.2% | 46.2% | -11.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blandford Road was 111.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.0% higher than the Hamworthy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blandford Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Hamworthy and the 248th highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 601 Blandford Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-09-28 | £316,008 |
| 603 Blandford Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-04-01 | £294,680 |
| 611 Blandford Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £342,000 | 2020-11-13 | £368,026 |
| 593 Blandford Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2020-10-28 | £277,879 |
| 601 Blandford Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2020-03-24 | £284,496 |
BH16 5EB 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turlin Moor Community First School Turlin Road , Turlin Moor BH16 5AH | - not rated | 797 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bayside Academy Turlin Road , Turlin Moor BH16 5AH | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Infants' School Guest Road , Upton BH16 5LQ | - not rated | 1,214 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Infant School Guest Road , Upton BH16 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Junior School St Martin's Road , Upton BH16 5NQ | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turlin Moor Community Middle School Turlin Road , BH16 5AH | - not rated | 752 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turlin Moor Community School Turlin Road , Turlin Moor BH16 5AH | - not rated | 758 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillbourne Community Middle School Kitchener Crescent , Waterloo BH17 7HX | - not rated | 3,243 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School School Lane , BH15 3JR | - not rated | 3,270 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale County Middle School Wimborne Road , BH15 3DL | - not rated | 3,526 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cornerstone Academy Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,532 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carter Community School Blandford Close , Hamworthy BH15 4BQ | - not rated | 2,532 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytchett Minster School Post Green Road , Purbeck BH16 6JD | 3out of 4 | 2,968 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 3,136 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | - not rated | 3,136 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 4,852 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | 3out of 4 | 4,852 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 | 4,769 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Quay School Harbourside Campus , Turlin Road BH16 5AH | - not rated | 752 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 811 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millie College Holton Lee , BH16 6JN | - not rated | 2,895 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee Academy Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,789 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | - not rated | 3,789 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside Academy | Turlin Moor Community School, Turlin Road | 756 yd | |
| Upton Cafe | Upton Social Club Poole Road | 892 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 1, 1 Dorchester Road | 995 yd | |
| Upton Central | 2 The Triangle | 1,033 yd | |
| The Tea Rooms | Upton Country Park, Upton Road | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abid Spice | 583 Blandford Road | 1 yd | |
| Bitesize Sisters | 565 Blandford Road | 203 yd | |
| Subway | 490a Blandford Road | 359 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Unit 1, 446a Blandford Road | 583 yd | |
| Dorset Pizza Kitchen | 60 Sandy Lane | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 446 Blandford Road | 623 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Turlin Moor Recreation Ground Blandford Road | grass pitches | 505 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 | 131.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.