Hillside Drive is in Christchurch and in Christchurch district. BH23 2RT is located in the Commons electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Christchurch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside Drive, Christchurch, BH23 2RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH23 2SB, BH23 2SA, BH23 2SR, BH23 2RZ, BH23 2SP, BH23 2SD, BH23 2SW, BH23 2UJ, BH23 2RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH23 2RT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.4% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.6% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 BH23 2RT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% 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 | 15.4% | 22.3% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 52.6% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 13.4% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 14.1% | 9.7% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 46.8% | 44.3% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 34.3% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 15.4% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.7% | 17.6% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 9.2% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 16.4% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 32.4% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 6.2% | 2% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.2% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.5% 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% | 92.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 92.2% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 1.4% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Drive was 72.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.7% higher than the Burton & Grange average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hillside Drive has the 17th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Burton & Grange and the 420th highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Hillside Drive, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £506,000 | 2024-12-11 | £482,540 |
| 63 Hillside Drive, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2022-07-22 | £506,950 |
| 75 Hillside Drive, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2017-08-29 | £438,285 |
| 63 Hillside Drive, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £392,000 | 2017-07-21 | £467,404 |
| 75 Hillside Drive, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2017-03-09 | £423,463 |
BH23 2RT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH23 2RT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twynham Primary School Marsh Lane , BH23 2NH | 3out of 4 | 1,608 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Townsend Primary and Nursery School Jewell Road , Townsend BH8 0LT | - not rated | 2,181 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jewell Academy Bournemouth Jewell Road , Townsend BH8 0LT | - not rated | 2,181 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Junior School Clarendon Road , BH23 2AA | 3out of 4 | 2,511 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Junior School Clarendon Road , BH23 2AA | - not rated | 2,511 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood College Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | - not rated | 3,006 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Portchester School Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | - not rated | 3,006 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Avonbourne Boys' Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | 4out of 4 | 3,006 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Avonbourne Girls Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | - not rated | 3,057 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne School Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | - not rated | 3,057 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield School , Hurn BH23 6DF | - not rated | 3,208 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | - not rated | 3,208 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School St Catherine's Road , BH6 4AH | 3out of 4 | 4,277 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Stable School 12 Dudmoor Farm Road , Christchurch BH23 6AQ | - not rated | 999 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurn Court School Hurn , BH23 6AB | - not rated | 2,068 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Cricket School Hurn Bridge Sports Club , Avon Causeway BH23 6DY | - not rated | 2,204 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Cricket School Winkton Lodge , Salisbury Road BH23 7AR | - not rated | 2,440 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Homefield School Salisbury Road , Winkton BH23 7AR | - not rated | 2,443 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bunker Cafe | 7 Marlow Drive | 208 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 1-2 Marlow Drive | 230 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 | 132.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 193.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.