New Road is in West Parley, Ferndown and in East Dorset district. BH22 8EL is located in the West Parley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Christchurch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Road, West Parley, Ferndown, BH22 8EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH22 8EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 51.5% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 46.3% | 48.5% | 2.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 BH22 8EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.5% 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 | 19.1% | 23.8% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 57.5% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 13.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 7.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 9.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 38.3% | 43.8% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 41% | 36% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 13.7% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 5.1% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 23.2% | 19.8% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 7.3% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 15% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 9.2% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 19.4% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 25.6% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.9% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.2% 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% | 94.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 94.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Road was 100.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 101.1% higher than the Ferndown North average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
New Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Ferndown North and the 171st highest crime rate of 1,286 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 New Road, Ferndown, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2021-02-15 | £538,729 |
| 104 New Road, Ferndown, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £368,000 | 2020-12-15 | £407,749 |
| 94 New Road, Ferndown, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2012-05-14 | £511,634 |
| 90 New Road, Ferndown, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2008-11-21 | £507,801 |
| 100 New Road, Ferndown, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2007-06-22 | £497,673 |
BH22 8EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BH22 8EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinson Primary School School Lane , Kinson BH11 9DG | - not rated | 1,794 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinson Primary School School Lane , Kinson BH11 9DG | - not rated | 1,794 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinson Academy School Lane , Kinson BH11 9DG | 3out of 4 | 1,795 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Epiphany Church of England Primary School Shillingstone Drive , Muscliff BH9 3PE | - not rated | 2,225 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Epiphany School Shillingstone Drive , Muscliff BH9 3PE | 3out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manorside Primary School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 5,070 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderney Middle School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 5,144 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings High School Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | - not rated | 2,715 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsleigh Secondary School Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | - not rated | 2,745 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bourne Academy Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 2,745 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LeAF Studio Holloway Avenue , BH11 9JW | - not rated | 3,215 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakmead College of Technology Duck Lane , BH11 9JJ | - not rated | 3,309 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndown Middle School Peter Grant Way , BH22 9UP | - not rated | 3,521 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferndown Middle School Peter Grant Way , BH22 9UP | 3out of 4 | 3,521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Moors Middle School Heathfield Way , West Moors BH22 0DA | 3out of 4 | 5,431 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arts Institute At Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 4,268 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield School , Hurn BH23 6DF | - not rated | 3,783 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | - not rated | 3,783 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 | 1,537 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Howe Pupil Referral Unit Kinson Road , East Howe BH10 5HD | - not rated | 2,786 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkhouse Education 86 Broadway Lane , | - not rated | 3,079 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Alternative Needs Federation Pacs Nigel Bowes School , 70 Ensbury Avenue BH10 4HG | - not rated | 3,163 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stillbrook Lodge Independent Montessori Primary School Dad Atkins Centre , Butchers Coppice BH11 9JW | - not rated | 3,215 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pear at Parley | The Pear At Parley, 218 Christchurch Road | 609 yd | |
| The Owls Nest | 196 Christchurch Road | 915 yd | |
| The Curlew | 287 Christchurch Road | 919 yd | |
| Toby Carvery Northbourne | Old Vicarage, Wimborne Road | 969 yd | |
| Horns Inn | 182 Christchurch Road | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herbies Fish & Chips | Jackson House, 165 - 167 New Road | 679 yd | |
| Ko Sing House | 1266 Wimborne Road | 1,038 yd | |
| Li's Chinese Takeaway | 1272 Wimborne Road | 1,038 yd | |
| Northbourne Fish & Chips | 1258 Wimborne Road | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1256 Wimborne Road | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parley Sports Club Christchurch Road | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Kinson Manor Playing Fields THE BROADWAY | grass pitches | 1,037 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.