Chant Close is in Christchurch and in Christchurch district. BH23 3ST is located in the Christchurch Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Christchurch. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chant Close, Christchurch, BH23 3ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH23 3SU, BH23 3BH, BH23 3SX, BH23 3EE, BH23 3DS, BH23 3DY, BH23 1EL, BH23 3DT, BH23 3DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH23 3ST, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 49.6% | 53.7% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 50.4% | 46.3% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 40.1% | 41.9% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 36.3% | 1.7% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 14.2% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 46.1% | 41.7% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 34.6% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 14% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 7.7% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.7% | 25.9% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21% | 14.5% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 16.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 23.4% | 13.5% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 15.9% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.3% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 95.9% | 93.4% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 93.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.4% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.6% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chant Close was 20.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.0% lower than the Burton & Grange average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chant Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Burton & Grange and the 216th lowest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Chant Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £399,995 | 2021-02-15 | £433,009 |
| 2 Chant Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £338,500 | 2019-07-19 | £389,253 |
| 1 Chant Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2019-06-14 | £407,286 |
| 4 Chant Close, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2017-10-13 | £412,435 |
| 2 Chant Close, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £336,500 | 2017-08-21 | £398,603 |
BH23 3ST 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerford Junior School Draper Road , Somerford BH23 3AR | - not rated | 583 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerford Primary School Draper Road , BH23 3AS | 3out of 4 | 622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mudeford Community Infants' School Queen's Road , Mudeford BH23 3HH | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mudeford Junior School Mudeford Lane , Mudeford BH23 3HP | 3out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch Dorset Road , Somerford BH23 3DA | 3out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School Redvers Road , BH23 3AU | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Redvers Road , BH23 3AU | - not rated | 540 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | - not rated | 1,741 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | 3out of 4 | 1,741 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School St Catherine's Road , BH6 4AH | - not rated | 3,032 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School St Catherine's Road , BH6 4AH | 3out of 4 | 3,032 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connie Rothman School Christchurch Christian Centre , Millhams Street BH23 1DN | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Learning Centre 29 Stour Road , BH23 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,704 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Autism Unlimited 4 Magdalen Lane , BH23 1PH | - not rated | 1,719 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 306 Iford Lane , Tuckton BH6 5NG | - not rated | 2,684 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Homefield School Salisbury Road , Winkton BH23 7AR | - not rated | 2,907 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tastee | 115 Purewell | 451 yd | |
| WiseGuys Lounge | 1-7 Stanpit | 492 yd | |
| Kashmir Restaurant | 11 Stanpit | 502 yd | |
| CAYP | Somerford Youth Centre, Bingham Road | 524 yd | |
| Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre | Stony Lane South | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rising Sun (Christchurch) ltd | 123 Purewell | 453 yd | |
| The Pantry | Bingham Road | 524 yd | |
| La Mamma | 7-9 Purewell | 623 yd | |
| The Bear of Burton | 15-17 Salisbury Road | 696 yd | |
| NADSS Club | 22 Bridge Street | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fernandos | 130 Purewell | 427 yd | |
| British Chippy | 125 Purewell | 456 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 77 Somerford Road | 871 yd | |
| McDonalds | 103 Somerford Road | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Store | 117 Purewell | 451 yd | |
| Lidl | 81 Somerford Road | 935 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Grange School REDVERS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 544 yd |
| Somerford Primary Community School DRAPER ROAD | grass pitches | 623 yd |
| East Dorset Indoor Bowls Club STONY LANE SOUTH | indoor bowls | 815 yd |
| Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre STONY LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 870 yd |
| Somerford Community Centre Southey Road | 986 yd | |
| Stanpit Recreation Ground (Closed) Stanpit | grass pitches | 1,055 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.