Kitchener Crescent is in Poole and in Poole district. BH17 7HU is located in the Creekmoor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kitchener Crescent, Poole, BH17 7HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH17 7HF, BH17 7HE, BH17 7HD, BH17 7EY, BH17 7HG, BH17 7NB, BH17 7HH, BH17 7ET, BH17 7HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH17 7HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BH17 7HU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.8% | 47.6% | 15.8% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 32.7% | -12.3% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 9.3% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 7.4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 40.3% | 43.5% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 35.3% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 15.3% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 3.8% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 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.
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 24.3% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 14.9% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 12.3% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 9.3% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 16.4% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 18.7% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 88.5% | -9.9% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 96.5% | 90.6% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5.6% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 90.6% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.4% | 37.2% | 15.2% |
| Christian | 35% | 46.2% | -11.2% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kitchener Crescent was 51.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.5% higher than the Broadstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kitchener Crescent has the 15th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Broadstone and the 595th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Kitchener Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2025-09-15 | £234,000 |
| 23 Kitchener Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-05-02 | £250,807 |
| 42 Kitchener Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £288,000 | 2024-04-05 | £292,276 |
| 21 Kitchener Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2022-05-30 | £308,299 |
| 28 Kitchener Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-06-29 | £291,358 |
BH17 7HU 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillbourne Primary School Kitchener Crescent , BH17 7HX | 2out of 4 | 203 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone First School Tudor Road , BH18 8AA | 4out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springdale First School Springdale Road , BH18 9BW | 4out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Junior School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,960 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Green Infant Academy Stanley Green Road , Oakdale BH15 3AA | 3out of 4 | 1,975 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 630 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 2,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | 2out of 4 | 2,722 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Dale Valley Road , Oakdale BH15 3HY | 3out of 4 | 2,879 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,995 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,217 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,799 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 3,162 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 4,372 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 4,502 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BaxterStorey@Siemens | Sopers Lane | 251 yd | |
| Jackie's Kitchen | Unit 7 Birch Copse | 473 yd | |
| David Lloyd Club | Cabot Lane | 540 yd | |
| Marshall Truck and Van Poole | Cabot Lane / Brunel Way | 540 yd | |
| Sam’s Cafe | Unit B11, Arena Business Park, Holyrood Close | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taja Indian Takeaway | 2 The Parade | 257 yd | |
| Flames Grill | 11 The Parade | 257 yd | |
| Zhan Xung Chinese Takeaway | 1 The Parade | 257 yd | |
| Happy Palace | 3 The Parade | 257 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit B4, 50 Waterloo Road | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 67 Creekmoor Lane | 810 yd | |
| Makro Self Service Wholesalers Ltd | Makro, Cabot Lane | 822 yd | |
| Lidl | 2-6 Hatch Pond Road | 843 yd | |
| Tesco | Waterloo Road | 935 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd (Poole) CABOT LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 332 yd |
| Parkstone Grammar School SOPERS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 503 yd |
| Dolphin Indoor Bowls Club Waterloo Road | indoor bowls | 747 yd |
| Montacute School CANFORD HEATH ROAD | 926 yd | |
| Lodge Hill Swimming Pool (Closed) Canford Heath Road | swimming pool | 1,004 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 | 108.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.