Churchill Road is in Wimborne and in East Dorset district. BH21 2AU 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 Churchill Road, Wimborne, BH21 2AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH21 2AT, BH21 2FA, BH21 2FH, BH21 2FF, BH21 2FG, BH21 2AS, BH21 2FD, BH21 2FJ, BH21 2FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH21 2AU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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% | 47.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51% | 52.6% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 2AU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% 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 | 41.1% | 23.2% | -17.9% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 60% | 21.3% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 5.6% | -8.9% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 9.6% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 (86.2%) 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 | 54.2% | 64.2% | 10.0% | 48.4% | 15.8% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 22% | -11.2% | 33.6% | -11.6% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 10.4% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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% | 17.6% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 8.8% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 16% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 1.6% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15.2% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.7% | 37.6% | 8.9% | 33.8% | 3.8% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 94.2% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.1% 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% | 97.1% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 97.1% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Churchill Road was 54.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.9% higher than the Colehill & Wimborne Minster East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Churchill Road has the 28th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Colehill & Wimborne Minster East and the 402nd highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Churchill Road, Wimborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2025-01-10 | £439,877 |
| 10 Churchill Road, Wimborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-03-05 | £392,453 |
| 32 Churchill Road, Wimborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2019-06-21 | £378,701 |
| 22 Churchill Road, Wimborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2018-08-31 | £399,340 |
| 34 Churchill Road, Wimborne, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2014-01-10 | £380,748 |
BH21 2AU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 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 | 4out of 4 | 749 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merley First School Oakley Straight , Merley BH21 1SD | 4out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimborne First School and Nursery Campanula Way , BH21 4FW | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayeswood First School Cutlers Place , Colehill BH21 2HN | 4out of 4 | 2,213 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colehill First School Pilford Heath Road , Colehill BH21 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 2,386 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 | 2,688 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corfe Hills School Higher Blandford Road , BH18 9BG | 2out of 4 | 3,949 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Poole Grammar School Gravel Hill , BH17 9JU | 3out of 4 | 4,904 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| LeAF Studio Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JW | 3out of 4 | 5,405 yd | Studio schools | No | 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 | 1,373 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 | 1,841 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadstone Middle School Dunyeats Road , BH18 8AE | 2out of 4 | 3,835 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockyer's Middle School Blandford Road , Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 3,891 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,541 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canford School Canford Magna , BH21 3AD | - not rated | 1,617 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South West Regional Assessment Centre Merley House , Merley House Lane BH21 3AA | - not rated | 1,740 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dumpton School Deans Grove House , Deans Grove BH21 7AF | - not rated | 2,232 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Court School Knoll Lane , Corfe Mullen BH21 3RF | - not rated | 5,280 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 | 616 yd | |
| Indian Nights | 6A Leigh Road | 995 yd | |
| Cafe by Jo | 1 Poole Road | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wimborne Rugby Football Club | Wimborne Rugby Football Club Gordon Road | 419 yd | |
| Coach and Horses | 73 Poole Road | 714 yd | |
| RAF ASSOCIATION CLUB | 34 Leigh Road | 885 yd | |
| Willett Arms | 2 Oakley Hill | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long John's Fish & Chips | 73A Leigh Road | 634 yd | |
| Best Pizza & Kebab | 6 Leigh Road | 1,001 yd | |
| Krua Baan Thai | 15 Leigh Road | 1,008 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh Park GORDON ROAD | grass pitches | 218 yd |
| Merley And Cobham Yfc (Merley First School) OAKLEY STRAIGHT | grass pitches | 1,024 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 | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.