Church Road is in Three Legged Cross, Wimborne and in East Dorset district. BH21 6RG is located in the West Moors & Three Legged Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, BH21 6RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH21 6RL, BH21 6SA, BH21 6RP, BH21 6RH, BH21 6RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH21 6RG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 54.2% | 49.4% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 45.8% | 50.6% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 6RG 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 | 16.1% | 17.1% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -20.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 60% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 11% | 11.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 35.4% | 46.6% | 11.2% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 30.2% | -7.9% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 20% | 16.8% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 6.5% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 18.5% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 7.1% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 15.5% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 21.4% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 25.2% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 95.8% | 96.6% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 96.6% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 40.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.8% higher than the Stour & Allen Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Stour & Allen Vale and the 562nd highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 177 Church Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2016-09-20 | £693,131 |
| 189 Church Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2014-09-02 | £712,335 |
| Parkview Church Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2009-07-10 | £610,889 |
| Mount Hindon Church Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2006-06-15 | £584,135 |
| 177 Church Road, Wimborne, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £249,999 | 2005-12-05 | £449,182 |
BH21 6RG 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 6RG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School Church Road , Three Legged Cross BH21 6RF | 4out of 4 | 547 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Verwood Church of England First School Howe Lane , BH31 6JF | 4out of 4 | 1,584 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Community First School Hillside Road , BH31 7HE | 3out of 4 | 2,953 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England First School Coopers Lane , BH31 7PG | - not rated | 3,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Moors, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School Station Road , West Moors BH22 0JF | 3out of 4 | 3,674 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Middle Church of England Middle School Howe Lane , BH31 6JF | 1out of 4 | 1,670 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Moors Middle School Heathfield Way , West Moors BH22 0DA | 3out of 4 | 4,765 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Three Legged Cross First School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 526 yd |
| Three Legged Cross Recreation Ground THE WHITE HOUSE THE WHITE HOUSE VERWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 952 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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.