Bognor Road is in Broadstone and in Poole district. BH18 9HA 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 Bognor Road, Broadstone, BH18 9HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH18 9HD, BH18 9EY, BH18 9BN, BH18 9BT, BH18 9BU, BH18 9EZ, BH18 9HB, BH18 9BL, BH18 9HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH18 9HA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 9HA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.4% 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 | 20.3% | 22.6% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.6% | 62.4% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 18.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 10.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 53% | 50.5% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34.8% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 11.8% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.2% | 15.4% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 11.7% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 15.8% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 21.1% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 30.1% | -2.9% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 96.2% | 95.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 96.7% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bognor Road was 41.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.3% higher than the Broadstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bognor Road has the 23rd highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Broadstone and the 502nd lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Bognor Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-05-01 | £426,369 |
| 34 Bognor Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £482,450 | 2023-07-27 | £471,841 |
| 14 Bognor Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2023-01-13 | £574,410 |
| 15 Bognor Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £462,500 | 2022-11-09 | £429,399 |
| 34 Bognor Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2022-05-04 | £490,276 |
BH18 9HA 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 9HA 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 | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springdale First School Springdale Road , BH18 9BW | 4out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone First School Tudor Road , BH18 8AA | 4out of 4 | 682 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcombe First School Hanham Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3PX | 4out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henbury View First School Hillside Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3TR | - not rated | 1,760 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillbourne Primary School Kitchener Crescent , BH17 7HX | 2out of 4 | 1,769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | 2out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | 3out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 2,435 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 3,296 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 | 4,467 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 | 1,364 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenbourn Middle School East Borough , BH21 1PL | 4out of 4 | 4,998 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,239 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 2,794 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 2,846 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 3,554 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 3,849 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIÑA POKÉ | 3 Station Approach | 471 yd | |
| Whittles Restaurant & Bar | 3 Station Approach | 471 yd | |
| 29029 | 205 Lower Blandford Road | 472 yd | |
| Kanka cafe LMT | 217 Lower Blandford Road | 482 yd | |
| The Junction | The Junction Sport And Leisure Centre, Station Approach | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Goods Yard | 14 Station Approach | 536 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 5 Tudor Road | 634 yd | |
| Broadstone Conservative Club | 1 Tudor Road | 634 yd | |
| The Blackwater Stream | The Blackwater Stream, 180 Lower Blandford Road | 639 yd | |
| Broadstone Golf Club | Club House, Broadstone (Dorset) Golf Club, Wentworth Drive | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa John's Pizza | 207 Lower Blandford Road | 472 yd | |
| Romeos Piri Piri | 215 Lower Blandford Road | 472 yd | |
| Pizza Delight | 4 Station Approach | 487 yd | |
| Charlie's Chicken AKA Aleyah’s Kitchen | 5 Station Approach | 487 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 179-181 Lower Blandford Road | 622 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Local | 6 Dunyeats Road | 483 yd | |
| Tesco | 184a Lower Blandford Road | 695 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 182 Lower Blandford Road | 708 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Junction Sports And Leisure Centre STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 479 yd |
| Corfe Hills School HIGHER BLANDFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| Broadstone (Dorset) Golf Club WENTWORTH DRIVE | golf | 933 yd |
| Broadstone Recreation Ground Charborough Road | grass pitches | 935 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.