Chalbury Close is in Poole and in Poole district. BH17 8BS is located in the Canford Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Dorset and North Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1986-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chalbury Close, Poole, BH17 8BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH17 8BP, BH17 8BT, BH17 8BQ, BH17 8BU, BH17 8BG, BH17 8SS, BH17 8BH, BH17 8BL, BH17 8BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH17 8BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 51.1% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52.1% | 48.9% | -3.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of BH17 8BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 36% | 33.2% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 51.7% | 6.6% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.3% | -4.3% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 52.7% | 48.6% | -4.1% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 36.3% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 11% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.1% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 11% | 13% | 2.0% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 11.8% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 16% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 9.9% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 20.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 26.3% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.3% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 95.2% | 90.3% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 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 | 95.2% | 90.5% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chalbury Close was 29.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.8% lower than the Canford Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chalbury Close has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Canford Heath and the 355th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Chalbury Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-04-19 | £370,419 |
| 56 Chalbury Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £269,500 | 2023-05-15 | £270,069 |
| 14 Chalbury Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2022-10-27 | £333,703 |
| 22 Chalbury Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-07-01 | £326,925 |
| 32 Chalbury Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-04-06 | £388,697 |
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ad Astra Infant School Sherborn Crescent , Canford Heath BH17 8AP | 3out of 4 | 857 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haymoor Junior School Ashdown Close , Canford Heath BH17 8WG | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Infant School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,949 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Junior School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorside Academy Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | 4out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 967 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 | 1,557 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 1,881 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | 3out of 4 | 2,041 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 2,556 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 2,877 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 | 3,193 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lion Works School 543 Wallisdown Road , Poole BH12 5AD | - not rated | 1,922 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 2,055 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,060 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 2,226 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Cafe | Restaurant, Superstore, Yarrow Road | 311 yd | |
| Pizza Express | Pizza Express, 1a Tower Park, Yarrow Road | 390 yd | |
| Nandos | Nandos, 3b Tower Park, Yarrow Road | 444 yd | |
| Hollywood Bowl | Tower Park, Yarrow Road | 444 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Pizza Hut, 13-14 Tower Park, Yarrow Road | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alderney West Comm Cen Soc Cl | Alderney West Community Centre, 75 Bedford Road South | 886 yd | |
| The Haymoor | The Haymoor, 18 Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Fresh Limited | 5a Southern Fabrications, 5 Mannings Heath Road | 563 yd | |
| Istanbul Grill and Pizza | 614 Ringwood Road | 897 yd | |
| Kingfishers Fish and Chips | 15 Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Petrol Yarrow Road | Tesco Superstore, Yarrow Road | 309 yd | |
| Tesco | Yarrow Road | 311 yd | |
| Asda Petrol Station | Asda, Culliford Crescent | 1,060 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Culliford Crescent | 1,060 yd | |
| Tesco | 470 Ringwood Road | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Poole) Unit 1-5 Unit 1-5 Tower Park | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 400 yd |
| Splashdown (Poole) UNIT R1-C UNIT R1-C TOWER PARK | swimming pool | 434 yd |
| Sherborn Crescent Open Space Sherborn Crescent | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Haymoor Squash CULLIFORD CRESCENT | squash courts | 1,031 yd |
| Ashdown Leisure Centre ASHDOWN LEISURE CENTRE ASHDOWN LEISURE CENTRE ADASTRAL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,061 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 | 190.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.