Adastral Road is in Poole and in Poole district. BH17 8PY 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 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Adastral Road, Poole, BH17 8PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH17 8QE, BH17 8PZ, BH17 8QA, BH17 8PX, BH17 8QB, BH17 8QD, BH17 8QQ, BH17 8QF, BH17 8PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH17 8PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 50.2% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.8% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 8PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 23% | 23.4% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 57.4% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 10.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 39.3% | 40% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 41.3% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 16% | 11.4% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.3% | 21.6% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 11% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 17% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 10.2% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 14.4% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 21.2% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.7% | 94.3% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 89.4% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 88.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.2% | 9.9% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Adastral Road was 26.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.1% lower than the Canford Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Adastral Road has the 29th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Canford Heath and the 300th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26A Adastral Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-11-04 | £331,311 |
| 26 Adastral Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-08-31 | £301,154 |
| 26A Adastral Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2020-10-08 | £336,445 |
| 18 Adastral Road, Poole, Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2013-10-14 | £315,761 |
| 16 Adastral Road, Poole, Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2009-10-30 | £305,808 |
BH17 8PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH17 8PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canford Heath Infant School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 368 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Junior School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 415 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haymoor Junior School Ashdown Close , Canford Heath BH17 8WG | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ad Astra Infant School Sherborn Crescent , Canford Heath BH17 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Green Infant Academy Stanley Green Road , Oakdale BH15 3AA | 3out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Dale Valley Road , Oakdale BH15 3HY | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 1,445 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 2,352 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 | 2out of 4 | 2,994 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 | 2,126 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 494 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montacute School 3 Canford Heath Road , BH17 9NG | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 2,933 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 2,958 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lion Works School 543 Wallisdown Road , Poole BH12 5AD | - not rated | 3,321 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub on the Heath | 10 Adastral Square | 307 yd | |
| Marnhull Community Café | Marnhull Village Hall | 505 yd | |
| Happyccino at the Hub | 15 Didcot Road | 778 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail Staff Canteen | Dorset Sorting Office | 827 yd | |
| Honeywell Analytics | Hatchpond House, 4 Stinsford Road | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canford Heath Residents & Comm | Community Centre, 7 Mitchell Road | 290 yd | |
| The Pilot | The Fighter Pilot, 1 Adastral Square | 290 yd | |
| Oakdale Conservative Club | 92 Darbys Lane | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopstick House | 14 Adastral Square | 290 yd | |
| Adastral Fish and Chips | 11 Adastral Square | 290 yd | |
| Wongs Dragon | 80 Oakdale Road | 365 yd | |
| Parvez Tandoori | 82 Oakdale Road | 365 yd | |
| Only Food & Sauces AKA Nuffield Burger Bar | 67-69 Nuffield Road | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 2 Adastral Square | 256 yd | |
| Co-op | 74 Oakdale Road | 421 yd | |
| Insanity Retro Gaming | 42 Harwell Road | 696 yd | |
| Wah Hing Chinese Supermarket | 14 Didcot Road | 807 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Learoyd Road Playing Fields Learoyd Road | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| St Edwards School DALE VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 566 yd |
| Haymoor Junior School ASHDOWN CLOSE | grass pitches | 790 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 | 952 yd |
| Sherborn Crescent Open Space Sherborn Crescent | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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 | 69.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.