Station Road is in Wimborne and in East Dorset district. BH21 1RQ is located in the Wimborne Minster 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 Station Road, Wimborne, BH21 1RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH21 1RG, BH21 1RD, BH21 1XA, BH21 1QU, BH21 1PZ, BH21 1RH, BH21 1RB, BH21 1RF, BH21 2FB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH21 1RQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 49% | 48% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 51% | 52% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 41.1% | 35.3% | -5.8% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 38.8% | 0.1% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 3.5% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 18.8% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 9.7% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 3.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 54.2% | 48.3% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 34.3% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 12.9% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 18.8% | 14.1% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 7.6% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 16.5% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 8.2% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.7% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.7% | 38.8% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 97% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.9% | 94.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.5% | 37.2% | 13.3% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 90.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 139.7% higher than the Colehill & Wimborne Minster East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 65 local areas in Colehill & Wimborne Minster East and the 198th highest crime rate of 1,286 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 Griffin Court Station Road, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2025-12-04 | £182,009 |
| Flat 22 Griffin Court Station Road, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2025-01-31 | £225,104 |
| Flat 9 Griffin Court Station Road, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-04-28 | £161,403 |
| Flat 3 Griffin Court Station Road, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-01-19 | £187,370 |
| Flat 10 Griffin Court Station Road, Wimborne, Dorset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-10-21 | £159,883 |
BH21 1RQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BH21 1RQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 26 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School, Wimborne St John's Hill , BH21 1BX | - not rated | 721 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merley First School Oakley Straight , Merley BH21 1SD | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merley First School Oakley Straight , Merley BH21 1SD | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimborne First School and Nursery Campanula Way , BH21 4FW | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillbourne Community Middle School Kitchener Crescent , Waterloo BH17 7HX | - not rated | 5,328 yd | Community school | 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 | - not rated | 2,487 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth's School Blandford Road , BH21 4DT | 2out of 4 | 2,487 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | - not rated | 3,704 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | 3out of 4 | 3,704 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | - not rated | 4,799 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allenbourn Middle School East Borough , BH21 1PL | - not rated | 1,256 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenbourn Middle School East Borough , BH21 1PL | - not rated | 1,256 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Middle School, Colehill Colehill Lane , Colehill BH21 7AB | - not rated | 2,013 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill Colehill Lane , Colehill BH21 7AB | 3out of 4 | 2,013 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | - not rated | 3,594 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grangewood Hall School 24 St John's Hill , BH21 1BZ | - not rated | 850 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 1,485 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaucroft Foundation School Wimborne Road , Colehill BH21 2SS | 3out of 4 | 1,685 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford School Canford Magna , BH21 3AD | - not rated | 1,868 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dumpton School Deans Grove House , Deans Grove BH21 7AF | - not rated | 2,313 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Fire Cooking | 14 Poole Road | 217 yd | |
| Indian Nights | 6A Leigh Road | 673 yd | |
| Cafe by Jo | 1 Poole Road | 709 yd | |
| Deans Court Cafe | Deans Court Deans Court Lane | 846 yd | |
| Cloisters | 40A East Street | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach and Horses | 73 Poole Road | 329 yd | |
| RAF ASSOCIATION CLUB | 34 Leigh Road | 573 yd | |
| Wimborne Rugby Football Club | Wimborne Rugby Football Club Gordon Road | 585 yd | |
| The Cricketers Arms | 12 Park Lane | 782 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 38 East Street | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long John's Fish & Chips | 73A Leigh Road | 475 yd | |
| Best Pizza & Kebab | 6 Leigh Road | 678 yd | |
| Krua Baan Thai | 15 Leigh Road | 692 yd | |
| Mango & Sorrel | 46 High Street | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M&S Food | 3 - 4 Crown Mead | 966 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh Park GORDON ROAD | grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Merley And Cobham Yfc (Merley First School) OAKLEY STRAIGHT | grass pitches | 1,058 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 | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| 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 | 44 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.