Snowdrop Gardens is in Christchurch and in Christchurch district. BH23 4TJ is located in the Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Christchurch. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Snowdrop Gardens, Christchurch, BH23 4TJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH23 4TY, BH23 4TH, BH23 4TS, BH23 4TQ, BH23 4TG, BH23 4UB, BH23 4SF, BH23 4UA, BH23 4UJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH23 4TJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 51.4% | 53.4% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 46.6% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 4TJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.4% 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 | 10.9% | 17.8% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -20.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 74.5% | 64.4% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 20.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 3.6% | 5.5% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 10.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.2% | 51.9% | 10.7% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 33.6% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 12.2% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.7% | 12.9% | -12.8% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.7% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 13.1% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 6.7% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 19.6% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 33.1% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.8% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96% | 94.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 94.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 63.3% | 46.2% | 17.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Snowdrop Gardens was 8.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.1% lower than the Highcliffe & Walkford average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Snowdrop Gardens has the 6th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Highcliffe & Walkford and the 49th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 1.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Snowdrop Gardens, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2024-08-13 | £536,724 |
| 2 Snowdrop Gardens, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2021-09-01 | £485,758 |
| 4 Snowdrop Gardens, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2020-11-18 | £527,527 |
| 7 Snowdrop Gardens, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2017-10-19 | £589,831 |
| 9 Snowdrop Gardens, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2017-03-10 | £486,979 |
BH23 4TJ 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 BH23 4TJ 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 | 207 |
| Full-Time Employee | 146 |
| Part-Time Employee | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch Dorset Road , Somerford BH23 3DA | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerford Primary School Draper Road , BH23 3AS | 3out of 4 | 1,748 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mudeford Junior School Mudeford Lane , Mudeford BH23 3HP | 4out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mudeford Community Infants' School Queen's Road , Mudeford BH23 3HH | 3out of 4 | 2,213 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highcliffe St Mark Primary School Greenways , Highcliffe BH23 5AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highcliffe School Parkside , Highcliffe BH23 4QD | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Redvers Road , BH23 3AU | 1out of 4 | 1,717 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | 4out of 4 | 3,996 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,221 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Learning Centre 29 Stour Road , BH23 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,936 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Stable School 12 Dudmoor Farm Road , Christchurch BH23 6AQ | - not rated | 4,440 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eaglewood School Culver Road , BH25 6SY | 3out of 4 | 5,169 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery Hinton | 22 Lyndhurst Road | 167 yd | |
| Stewarts Christchurch Garden Centre | Lyndhurst Road | 460 yd | |
| Somerford Beefeater | Somerford Road | 1,008 yd | |
| Burger King | Christchurch Trade Park, 143-147 Somerford Road | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Christchurch Sports And Social Club | Grange Road | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Lyndhurst Road | 462 yd | |
| YESSS Electrical | Unit 3, Christchurch Business Park, Radar Way | 749 yd | |
| Chutney Corner | 190 Somerford Road | 1,008 yd | |
| Browns Sandwich Shop | 178 Somerford Road | 1,037 yd | |
| Browns Fish and Chips | 172-174 Somerford Road | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 1 Lyndhurst Road | 668 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Unit 2, Meteor Shopping Park, 151 Somerford Road | 870 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Christchurch Sports And Social Club Grange Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 631 yd |
| Waterman'S Park EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Highcliffe School PARKSIDE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 876 yd |
| Curves For Women (Christchurch) (Closed) UNIT 4A UNIT 4A WILVERLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,030 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 | 32.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.