The Spinney is in Lytchett Matravers, Poole and in Purbeck district. BH16 6AU is located in the Lytchett Matravers & Upton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Dorset and North Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Spinney, Lytchett Matravers, Poole, BH16 6AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH16 6DT, BH16 6ED, BH16 6LZ, BH16 6LY, BH16 6AS, BH16 6DZ, BH16 6EE, BH16 6HG, BH16 6FG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH16 6AU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.9% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.1% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 24.5% | 29.3% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.9% | 49.9% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 5.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 12.6% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5% | -3.4% | 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 | 49.2% | 50.1% | 0.9% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 33.5% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 13% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 25.5% | 14.6% | -10.9% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 12% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 14.6% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 17.3% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 33.3% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.2% | 97% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 95.7% | 95.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Spinney was 43.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.0% higher than the Lytchett Matravers & Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Spinney has the 13th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Lytchett Matravers & Upton and the 514th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Spinney, Poole, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-12-13 | £358,696 |
| 3 The Spinney, Poole, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-01-10 | £357,090 |
| 5 The Spinney, Poole, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2018-01-19 | £366,940 |
| 7 The Spinney, Poole, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2014-06-12 | £279,678 |
| 1 The Spinney, Poole, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2006-10-18 | £423,077 |
BH16 6AU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
BH16 6AU 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 | 124 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lytchett Matravers Primary School Lytchett Matravers , BH16 6DY | 3out of 4 | 327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Junior School St Martin's Road , Upton BH16 5NQ | 2out of 4 | 3,945 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Infant School Guest Road , Upton BH16 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,005 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henbury View First School Hillside Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3TR | - not rated | 4,593 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sturminster Marshall First School 78 High Street , Sturminster Marshall BH21 4AY | 4out of 4 | 4,933 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lytchett Minster School Lytchett Minster , Purbeck BH16 6JD | 3out of 4 | 2,385 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduately-Developing-Futures Valley View Farm , Castle Farm Road BH16 6DA | - not rated | 1,641 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 4,174 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 4,424 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Grey Wood | 86 Wareham Road | 32 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose and Crown | Rose And Crown, 178 Wareham Road | 32 yd | |
| The Chequers Inn | The Chequers Inn, 75 High Street | 811 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lytchett Matravers Primary School WAREHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 242 yd |
| Lytchett Matravers Recreation Ground High Street | grass pitches | 313 yd |
| Lytchett Astro WAREHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 377 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.