Arthur Close is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH2 6PN is located in the Bournemouth Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Arthur Close, Bournemouth, BH2 6PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH2 6PE, BH2 6NU, BH2 6PF, BH2 6NS, BH2 6PR, BH2 6NY, BH2 6NT, BH2 6PH, BH2 6LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH2 6PN is primarily male, with 55.2% of the population 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 | 48.8% | 44.8% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -6.2% |
| Male | 51.2% | 55.2% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 6.2% |
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 | 29.2% | 34.8% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 36% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 19.4% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 10.3% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 6.1% | -7.7% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.1% | 39.9% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 28% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 16.6% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 9% | 12.9% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 8.9% |
| Very bad health | 5.9% | 2.6% | -3.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 20.2% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.7% | 10.1% | 3.4% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 7.7% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5% | 12.9% | 7.9% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 36.3% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 12.5% | 5.2% | -7.3% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| White | 93.4% | 88.4% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 7.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 72.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 72.4% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -10.8% |
| European Union | 10.2% | 16.5% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 10.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.7% | 4.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.9% | 72.4% | -6.5% | 83.2% | -10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 14.7% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 9.6% | 6.1% | 2.9% | 6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.5% | 0.7% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 2.6% | -8.3% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Ireland | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 5.9% | 1.5% | 4.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arthur Close was 113.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.2% lower than the Bournemouth Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Arthur Close has the 42nd lowest crime rate of 88 local areas in Bournemouth Central and the 241st highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Arthur Close, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £457,000 | 2015-05-29 | £623,808 |
| 1 Arthur Close, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2007-09-03 | £759,280 |
| 1 Arthur Close, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £322,000 | 2004-10-15 | £561,484 |
BH2 6PN 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 BH2 6PN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malmesbury Park Primary School Lowther Road , BH8 8LU | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury Park Primary School Lowther Road , BH8 8LU | - not rated | 1,178 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Somerville Road , BH2 5LH | - not rated | 1,485 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Somerville Road , BH2 5LH | - not rated | 1,485 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Bemister Road , Winton BH9 1LG | - not rated | 1,854 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole Sancreed Road , Parkstone BH12 4DZ | - not rated | 3,809 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorside Primary School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 4,548 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderney Middle School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 4,738 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Branksome Heath Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | - not rated | 5,264 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winton Arts and Media College Winton Way , BH10 4HT | - not rated | 2,494 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 2,494 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor School Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | - not rated | 2,496 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 2,496 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | - not rated | 2,773 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arts Institute At Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 2,268 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , BH1 1PA | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Bournemouth 58 Braidley Road , BH2 6LD | - not rated | 206 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 29-35 Wimborne Road , Bournemouth BH2 6NA | - not rated | 242 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern House Tutorial College 77 Landsdowne Road , BH1 1RW | - not rated | 455 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Dominic's School Porta Via House , 54 Portchester Road BH8 8JZ | - not rated | 689 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Martin's School 15 Stokewood Road , BH3 7NA | - not rated | 760 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turtle Bay | Turtle Bay Restaurant, The Citrus Building, 24 Madeira Road | 658 yd | |
| Meyrick Park Bowls Club | Meyrick Park | 717 yd | |
| The Club at Meyrick Park | Meyrick Park | 717 yd | |
| Cat Cafe | 119 Old Christchurch Road | 792 yd | |
| Bubble Pop Cafe & Shop | Adecco, 115 Old Christchurch Road | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakmeadians | Cricket And Sports Pavilion, Meyrick Park | 403 yd | |
| Slug & Lettuce AKA K-Town, Chik Box & Locked & Loaded | 2 Dean Park Crescent | 700 yd | |
| Popworld | 156-164 Old Christchurch Road | 832 yd | |
| FYEO | For Your Eyes Only, Hanover House, 134-136 Old Christchurch Road | 832 yd | |
| Vinyl | 3 Fir Vale Road | 872 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornish Bakehouse | 83 Old Christchurch Road | 817 yd | |
| Jazz Fast Food Takeaway | 1 Fir Vale Road | 866 yd | |
| Kumpi | 75 Old Christchurch Road | 884 yd | |
| Tasty | 186 Old Christchurch Road | 890 yd | |
| Subway | 166 Old Christchurch Road | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, St Paul's Road | 908 yd | |
| Family Shopper | 189-193 Old Christchurch Road | 921 yd | |
| Earthling | 181-183 Old Christchurch Road | 926 yd | |
| Tesco | 11 Bourne Avenue | 986 yd | |
| Tesco | 1-13 Charminster Road | 988 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park School (Dean Park Sports Ground) DEAN PARK DEAN PARK CAVENDISH ROAD | grass pitches | 394 yd |
| Meyrick Park THE PAVILION THE PAVILION MEYRICK PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 398 yd |
| The Club At Meyrick Park CENTRAL DRIVE | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 723 yd |
| Better Gym Bournemouth ST. PAULS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 909 yd |
| Healthquest (Closed) Bristol & West House Bristol & West House Post Office Road | health and fitness suite | 1,004 yd |
| Bournemouth Gardens Tennis Centre Central Gardens | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 1,045 yd |
| Stokewood Leisure Centre STOKEWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,056 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.