Wareham Road is in Lytchett Matravers, Poole and in Purbeck district. BH16 6FH 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 2010-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wareham Road, Lytchett Matravers, Poole, BH16 6FH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH16 6DU, BH16 6BF, BH16 6EA, BH16 6AZ, BH16 6DE, BH16 6BE, BH16 6BQ, BH16 6EW, BH16 6EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH16 6FH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.8% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.2% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 BH16 6FH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.7% 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 | 21.5% | 16.9% | -4.6% | 37.9% | -21.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 60.7% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 16.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 10% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 12.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 | 55.2% | 48.9% | -6.3% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 27% | 30.1% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 12.8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 7.3% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 17.5% | 16.2% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 8.3% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.1% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 15.2% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.7% | 38.6% | 1.9% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.3% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.2% | 95.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 94.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1.2% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wareham Road was 17.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.9% lower than the Lytchett Matravers & Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wareham Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Lytchett Matravers & Upton and the 261st lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.3%.
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 11 Freeland Park Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2024-10-23 | £257,732 |
| Unit 3 Freeland Park Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-03-11 | £251,309 |
| Unit 19 Freeland Park Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-09-07 | £220,087 |
| Unit 14 Freeland Park Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2020-07-07 | £120,430 |
| Unit 16 Freeland Park Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2018-03-07 | £180,000 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BH16 6FH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lytchett Matravers Primary School Lytchett Matravers , BH16 6DY | 3out of 4 | 849 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Junior School St Martin's Road , Upton BH16 5NQ | 2out of 4 | 4,031 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Infant School Guest Road , Upton BH16 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,075 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henbury View First School Hillside Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3TR | - not rated | 4,196 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sturminster Marshall First School 78 High Street , Sturminster Marshall BH21 4AY | 4out of 4 | 4,455 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 | 2,597 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 5,088 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,123 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 3,705 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 4,469 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 | 559 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose and Crown | Rose And Crown, 178 Wareham Road | 559 yd | |
| The Chequers Inn | The Chequers Inn, 75 High Street | 807 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lytchett Matravers Recreation Ground High Street | grass pitches | 415 yd |
| Lytchett Matravers Primary School WAREHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| Lytchett Astro WAREHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 892 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 | 90.5% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.7 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 | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.