Cranfield Avenue is in Wimborne and in East Dorset district. BH21 1BZ is located in the Colehill & Wimborne Minster East 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 Cranfield Avenue, Wimborne, BH21 1BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH21 1DF, BH21 1DE, BH21 1HL, BH21 1TL, BH21 1TH, BH21 1BX, BH21 1DD, BH21 1LL, BH21 1TQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH21 1BZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.5% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.5% | -1.0% | 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 BH21 1BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64% 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 | 17.9% | 19.8% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67% | 64% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 19.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.1% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.2% | -0.4% | 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 | 49.1% | 45% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 39% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 13% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around BH21 1BZ this area, 5.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.6% | 5.2% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 6.9% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 13.9% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 23.7% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 48% | 42.2% | -5.8% | 33.8% | 8.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.1% | 98% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 96.3% | 99% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 99% | 3.2% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 76.7% | 18.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cranfield Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Colehill & Wimborne Minster East average.
Cranfield Avenue has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Colehill & Wimborne Minster East and the 23rd lowest crime rate of 1,295 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes 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. 81% 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 11 Grangewood Hall Cranfield Avenue, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-09-01 | £344,262 |
| Flat 5 Grangewood Hall Cranfield Avenue, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £313,000 | 2021-11-12 | £318,305 |
| Flat 3 Grangewood Hall Cranfield Avenue, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-09-29 | £298,690 |
| Flat 11 Grangewood Hall Cranfield Avenue, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-04-23 | £350,442 |
| Flat 16 Grangewood Hall Cranfield Avenue, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2020-01-08 | £318,483 |
BH21 1BZ 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 BH21 1BZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne St John's Hill , BH21 1BX | 4out of 4 | 209 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimborne First School and Nursery Campanula Way , BH21 4FW | - not rated | 881 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merley First School Oakley Straight , Merley BH21 1SD | 4out of 4 | 1,988 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colehill First School Pilford Heath Road , Colehill BH21 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 2,253 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayeswood First School Cutlers Place , Colehill BH21 2HN | 4out of 4 | 2,253 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth's School Blandford Road , Pamphill BH21 4DT | 3out of 4 | 1,937 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | 2out of 4 | 4,399 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allenbourn Middle School East Borough , BH21 1PL | 4out of 4 | 531 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill Colehill Lane , Colehill BH21 7AB | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,002 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | 2out of 4 | 4,586 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaucroft Foundation School Wimborne Road , Colehill BH21 2SS | 4out of 4 | 952 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dumpton School Deans Grove House , Deans Grove BH21 7AF | - not rated | 1,422 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 2,221 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford School Canford Magna , BH21 3AD | - not rated | 2,421 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 5,343 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe @ The Allendale | Allendale Community Centre Hanham Road | 518 yd | |
| Indian Nights | 6A Leigh Road | 588 yd | |
| Cafe by Jo | 1 Poole Road | 623 yd | |
| Riverside Cafe | Unit 10a, Wimborne Industrial Estate Mill Lane | 626 yd | |
| Jim’s Cheesecakes (Wimborne) Ltd | 10 East Street | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAF ASSOCIATION CLUB | 34 Leigh Road | 543 yd | |
| Wimborne Rugby Football Club | Wimborne Rugby Football Club Gordon Road | 607 yd | |
| The Cricketers Arms | 12 Park Lane | 620 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 38 East Street | 695 yd | |
| The Butchers Dog | 6 East Street | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long John's Fish & Chips | 73A Leigh Road | 376 yd | |
| Krua Baan Thai | 15 Leigh Road | 572 yd | |
| Best Pizza & Kebab | 6 Leigh Road | 595 yd | |
| Mango & Sorrel | 46 High Street | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M&S Food | 3 - 4 Crown Mead | 739 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colehill Sports & Social Club WIMBORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 581 yd |
| Allenbourn Middle School EAST BOROUGH | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Leigh Park GORDON ROAD | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Beaucroft Foundation School WIMBORNE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 933 yd |
| Wimborne First School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 990 yd |
| Wimborne & Colehill Cricket Club King Street | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.