West Way is in Broadstone and in Poole district. BH18 9LW 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 West Way, Broadstone, BH18 9LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH18 8AY, BH18 8ET, BH18 9LT, BH18 9LY, BH18 9LP, BH18 9LR, BH18 8LA, BH18 8JZ, BH18 9HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH18 9LW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56% | 49.8% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 44% | 50.2% | 6.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 22.4% | 24.5% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 49.8% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 11.1% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 13% | 11.5% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 53.3% | 48.1% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 24.3% | 33.7% | 9.4% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 16% | 14.8% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.3% | 14.3% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 8.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 15.1% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.3% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35% | 43.7% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 9.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0.8% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 92.5% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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% | 93.8% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 93.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 4.5% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Way was 30.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.6% higher than the Broadstone average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
West Way has the 28th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Broadstone and the 357th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Westhill House, 29 West Way, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-01-13 | £402,637 |
| 39 West Way, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2024-12-02 | £681,968 |
| Flat 4 Westhill House, 29 West Way, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2024-09-12 | £470,749 |
| Flat 1 Westhill House, 29 West Way, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-08-22 | £473,625 |
| 3B West Way, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-08-16 | £307,612 |
BH18 9LW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 9LW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone First School Tudor Road , BH18 8AA | 4out of 4 | 527 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springdale First School Springdale Road , BH18 9BW | 4out of 4 | 731 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillbourne Primary School Kitchener Crescent , BH17 7HX | 2out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcombe First School Hanham Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3PX | 4out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henbury View First School Hillside Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3TR | - not rated | 2,133 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,218 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Parkstone Grammar School Sopers Lane , BH17 7EP | 4out of 4 | 2,025 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Magna Academy Ashdown Close , Adastral Road BH17 8RE | 4out of 4 | 2,913 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 | 4,060 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 | 1,195 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenbourn Middle School East Borough , BH21 1PL | 4out of 4 | 5,261 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 | 5,221 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 | 1,835 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 3,026 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longspee School Learoyd Road , Canford Heath BH17 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 3,140 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 3,233 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrells Preparatory School Yarrells House , Upton BH16 5EU | - not rated | 3,731 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanka cafe LMT | 217 Lower Blandford Road | 245 yd | |
| 29029 | 205 Lower Blandford Road | 246 yd | |
| Healthy Habits | 199 Lower Blandford Road | 257 yd | |
| Daniels Fish and Chips | 179 Lower Blandford Road | 262 yd | |
| The Tap House | 218-220 Lower Blandford Road | 286 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blackwater Stream | The Blackwater Stream, 180 Lower Blandford Road | 320 yd | |
| The Goods Yard | 14 Station Approach | 529 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 5 Tudor Road | 562 yd | |
| Broadstone Conservative Club | 1 Tudor Road | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa John's Pizza | 207 Lower Blandford Road | 246 yd | |
| Romeos Piri Piri | 215 Lower Blandford Road | 246 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 179-181 Lower Blandford Road | 283 yd | |
| Pizza Delight | 4 Station Approach | 430 yd | |
| Charlie's Chicken AKA Aleyah’s Kitchen | 5 Station Approach | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Local | 6 Dunyeats Road | 349 yd | |
| Tesco | 184a Lower Blandford Road | 355 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 182 Lower Blandford Road | 363 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Junction Sports And Leisure Centre STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 470 yd |
| Broadstone Recreation Ground Charborough Road | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Plainfield Farm Recreation Ground Lower Blandford Road | grass pitches | 843 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.