Lytham Road is in Broadstone and in Poole district. BH18 8JS is located in the Broadstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Dorset and North Poole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lytham Road, Broadstone, BH18 8JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH18 8JR, BH18 8JP, BH18 8JT, BH18 8JW, BH18 8EH, BH18 8JF, BH18 8ER, BH18 8JU, BH18 8EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH18 8JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 50.5% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.5% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 BH18 8JS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.9% 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 | 21.8% | 23% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 63.9% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 19.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 48.3% | 45.6% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 34.7% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 14% | 13.9% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.7% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 12.8% | 15.5% | 2.7% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 12.7% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 7.8% | -8.4% | 13.4% | -5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 18.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 36.7% | 11.5% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.9% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 94.8% | 93% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 92.7% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lytham Road was 15.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.9% lower than the Broadstone average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Lytham Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Broadstone and the 141st lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Lytham Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-08-27 | £351,128 |
| 18 Lytham Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-07-12 | £453,888 |
| 16 Lytham Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2022-05-18 | £589,321 |
| 14 Lytham Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-06-17 | £520,716 |
| Wishing Well, 4 Lytham Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £336,000 | 2021-03-19 | £380,393 |
BH18 8JS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BH18 8JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillbourne Primary School Kitchener Crescent , BH17 7HX | 2out of 4 | 702 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone First School Tudor Road , BH18 8AA | 4out of 4 | 990 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springdale First School Springdale Road , BH18 9BW | 4out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcombe First School Hanham Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3PX | 4out of 4 | 2,145 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haymoor Junior School Ashdown Close , Canford Heath BH17 8WG | 3out of 4 | 2,449 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,322 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | 2out of 4 | 1,888 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 2,488 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 | 3,518 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 | 1,441 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 3,391 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 | 4,587 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 | 1,347 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,527 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 3,381 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 3,626 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 3,764 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daniels Fish and Chips | 179 Lower Blandford Road | 673 yd | |
| Healthy Habits | 199 Lower Blandford Road | 726 yd | |
| Kanka cafe LMT | 217 Lower Blandford Road | 800 yd | |
| 29029 | 205 Lower Blandford Road | 809 yd | |
| Patisserie Mark Bennett | 214d Lower Blandford Road | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blackwater Stream | The Blackwater Stream, 180 Lower Blandford Road | 703 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 5 Tudor Road | 1,088 yd | |
| Broadstone Conservative Club | 1 Tudor Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fireaway Pizza | 179-181 Lower Blandford Road | 669 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 207 Lower Blandford Road | 809 yd | |
| Romeos Piri Piri | 215 Lower Blandford Road | 809 yd | |
| Taja Indian Takeaway | 2 The Parade | 841 yd | |
| Flames Grill | 11 The Parade | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 182 Lower Blandford Road | 655 yd | |
| Tesco | 184a Lower Blandford Road | 663 yd | |
| Broadstone Local | 6 Dunyeats Road | 918 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plainfield Farm Recreation Ground Lower Blandford Road | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Broadstone Recreation Ground Charborough Road | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| The Junction Sports And Leisure Centre STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,069 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 | 146.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.