Lentham Close is in Poole and in Poole district. BH17 9TH 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 Lentham Close, Poole, BH17 9TH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH17 9FA, BH17 9JP, BH17 9WF, BH17 9FD, BH17 9JR, BH17 9FB, BH17 0GH, BH17 9FE, BH17 9WD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH17 9TH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 52.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48% | 47.2% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 31.4% | 35.1% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 48.2% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 9.9% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.1% | 51.6% | -3.5% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 38.1% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 7.1% | 8.2% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 14% | 11.3% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 11.8% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.2% | 15.4% | -7.8% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 9.5% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 22.2% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 26.2% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 97.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 98.3% | 89% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 7.4% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 89% | -8.6% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.8% | 37.2% | 24.6% |
| Christian | 34.3% | 46.2% | -11.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lentham Close was 85.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.0% higher than the Canford Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lentham Close has the 29th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Canford Heath and the 356th highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Lentham Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2025-06-30 | £282,323 |
| 75 Lentham Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-12-20 | £279,411 |
| 31 Lentham Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-05-29 | £282,081 |
| 5 Lentham Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-12-04 | £317,700 |
| 59 Lentham Close, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2022-05-11 | £308,299 |
BH17 9TH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haymoor Junior School Ashdown Close , Canford Heath BH17 8WG | 3out of 4 | 738 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ad Astra Infant School Sherborn Crescent , Canford Heath BH17 8AP | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Junior School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford Heath Infant School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillbourne Primary School Kitchener Crescent , BH17 7HX | 2out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | 3out of 4 | 784 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 793 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 823 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 | 1,810 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole High School Wimborne Road , BH15 2BW | 3out of 4 | 2,946 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 | 1,995 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,927 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 | 3,115 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 | 419 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea School Guernsey Road , Parkstone BH12 4LL | 3out of 4 | 3,471 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quay School 160 Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HU | 4out of 4 | 3,700 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lion Works School 543 Wallisdown Road , Poole BH12 5AD | - not rated | 3,701 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail Staff Canteen | Dorset Sorting Office | 213 yd | |
| Honeywell Analytics | Hatchpond House, 4 Stinsford Road | 462 yd | |
| Canford Nest | 16a Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent | 850 yd | |
| Happyccino at the Hub | 15 Didcot Road | 852 yd | |
| Beany’s Coffee Co Ltd | 7a Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Haymoor | The Haymoor, 18 Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Only Food & Sauces AKA Nuffield Burger Bar | 67-69 Nuffield Road | 370 yd | |
| Greggs | 37-41 Nuffield Road | 711 yd | |
| Kingfishers Fish and Chips | 15 Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent | 845 yd | |
| Taja Indian Takeaway | 2 The Parade | 1,045 yd | |
| Flames Grill | 11 The Parade | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 2-6 Hatch Pond Road | 805 yd | |
| Wah Hing Chinese Supermarket | 14 Didcot Road | 827 yd | |
| Asda Petrol Station | Asda, Culliford Crescent | 845 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Culliford Crescent | 845 yd | |
| Insanity Retro Gaming | 42 Harwell Road | 904 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lodge Hill Swimming Pool (Closed) Canford Heath Road | swimming pool | 518 yd |
| Montacute School CANFORD HEATH ROAD | 600 yd | |
| Haymoor Junior School ASHDOWN CLOSE | grass pitches | 625 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 | 719 yd |
| Haymoor Squash CULLIFORD CRESCENT | squash courts | 831 yd |
| Poole Grammar School GRAVEL HILL | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Parkstone Grammar School SOPERS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 868 yd |
| Learoyd Road Playing Fields Learoyd Road | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Sherborn Crescent Open Space Sherborn Crescent | grass pitches | 1,061 yd |
| Dolphin Indoor Bowls Club Waterloo Road | indoor bowls | 1,066 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 | 140.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.