Petwyn Close is in Ferndown and in East Dorset district. BH22 8BG 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 Petwyn Close, Ferndown, BH22 8BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH22 8AG, BH22 8BJ, BH22 8BQ, BH22 8AL, BH22 8AF, BH22 8UU, BH22 8XG, BH22 8AQ, BH22 8DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH22 8BG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 52.7% | 48.8% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 47.3% | 51.2% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 31.6% | 38.7% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 39.6% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 0.9% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 16% | 14.3% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 5.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 50.6% | 46.7% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 33.1% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 11.6% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 18.4% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 12.4% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 20.3% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.4% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 20.3% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 18.9% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 5% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 3.9% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 91.7% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 89.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.8% | 89.4% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 89.1% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.9% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.2% | 76.7% | -7.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Petwyn Close was 90.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.9% higher than the Ferndown North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Petwyn Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Ferndown North and the 189th highest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 Petwyn Close, Ferndown, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £289,685 | 2024-06-21 | £303,222 |
| 52 Petwyn Close, Ferndown, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-03-11 | £291,483 |
| 72 Petwyn Close, Ferndown, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-08-05 | £285,391 |
| 33 Petwyn Close, Ferndown, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2020-10-29 | £352,059 |
| 23 Petwyn Close, Ferndown, Dorset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-09-28 | £287,288 |
BH22 8BG 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.
The percentage of student residents living in BH22 8BG area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndown First School Mountbatten Drive , BH22 9FB | - not rated | 1,943 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhurst Community First School Shaftesbury Road , West Moors BH22 0DY | 3out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parley First School Glenmoor Road , BH22 8QE | - not rated | 2,140 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 | 3,022 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampreston Church of England Voluntary Aided First School Hampreston Village , BH21 7LX | 4out of 4 | 4,320 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 | 2,168 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 | 1,716 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferndown Middle School Peter Grant Way , BH22 9UP | - not rated | 2,008 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 | 4,822 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 | 3,184 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karsberg's Gelato | 3 Turbary Road | 606 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee | 597 Ringwood Road | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dancing Rooster | 613B Ringwood Road | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizzarella | 7B Turbary Road | 582 yd | |
| Karsberg Fish & Chips | 3 Turbary Road | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 597 Ringwood Road | 792 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Lane Recreation Ground Ford Lane | grass pitches | 637 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 | 50.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.7% |
| 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 | 46.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.73 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.73 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.