Emberly Close is in Ferndown and in East Dorset district. BH22 8AH is located in the Ferndown South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Christchurch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Emberly Close, Ferndown, BH22 8AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH22 8AE, BH22 8AJ, BH22 8AZ, BH22 8AN, BH22 8AD, BH22 8AQ, BH22 8AB, BH22 8AX, BH22 8AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH22 8AH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 52.6% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 49.2% | 47.4% | -1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.3% | 34.7% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 38.1% | -8.9% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 10.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.2% | 36.2% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 36.5% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15.5% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 8.6% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 BH22 8AH this area, 30.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.2% | 30.3% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 13.9% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 15.5% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 11.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 16% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4.6% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.1% | 96% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 97.9% | 93.8% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.9% | 4.6% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 93.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.6% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.8% | 76.7% | -13.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 33.2% | 13.5% | 19.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.6% | 37.2% | 16.4% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Emberly Close was 118.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 132.3% higher than the Ferndown North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Emberly Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Ferndown North and the 136th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Emberley Close, Ferndown, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2019-10-11 | £430,006 |
| 11 Emberly Close, Ferndown, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2007-09-20 | £365,237 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakhurst Community First School Shaftesbury Road , West Moors BH22 0DY | 3out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferndown First School Mountbatten Drive , BH22 9FB | - not rated | 2,079 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parley First School Glenmoor Road , BH22 8QE | - not rated | 2,447 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 | 2,651 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampreston Church of England Voluntary Aided First School Hampreston Village , BH21 7LX | 4out of 4 | 4,506 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndown Upper School Cherry Grove , BH22 9EY | 3out of 4 | 2,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Moors Middle School Heathfield Way , West Moors BH22 0DA | 3out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferndown Middle School Peter Grant Way , BH22 9UP | - not rated | 2,119 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | 2out of 4 | 5,141 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfield School Parley Lane , BH23 6BP | 3out of 4 | 3,579 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Coffee | 597 Ringwood Road | 411 yd | |
| Karsberg's Gelato | 3 Turbary Road | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dancing Rooster | 613B Ringwood Road | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizzarella | 7B Turbary Road | 397 yd | |
| Karsberg Fish & Chips | 3 Turbary Road | 412 yd | |
| Jade Peking | 156 Pinehurst Road | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 597 Ringwood Road | 411 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Lane Recreation Ground Ford Lane | grass pitches | 235 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 | 30.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.