Sundew Close is in Christchurch and in Christchurch district. BH23 4UJ is located in the Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Christchurch. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sundew Close, Christchurch, BH23 4UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH23 4UU, BH23 4UW, BH23 4UH, BH23 4TS, BH23 4FZ, BH23 4UA, BH23 4UE, BH23 4TG, BH23 4UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH23 4UJ, 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 4UJ 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 Sundew Close was 10.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.3% lower than the Highcliffe & Walkford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sundew Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Highcliffe & Walkford and the 79th lowest crime rate of 1,181 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 -57.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Sundew Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2023-09-13 | £498,517 |
| 2 Sundew Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £489,500 | 2022-08-08 | £455,759 |
| 3 Sundew Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-08-17 | £475,204 |
| 9 Sundew Close, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £397,500 | 2017-10-27 | £468,408 |
| 6 Sundew Close, Christchurch, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2016-08-01 | £478,969 |
BH23 4UJ 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 4UJ 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 | 1,147 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerford Primary School Draper Road , BH23 3AS | 3out of 4 | 2,015 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerford Junior School Draper Road , Somerford BH23 3AR | - not rated | 2,049 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highcliffe St Mark Primary School Greenways , Highcliffe BH23 5AZ | 2out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highcliffe Junior School Greenways , Highcliffe BH23 5AZ | - not rated | 2,069 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 | - not rated | 717 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highcliffe School Parkside , Highcliffe BH23 4QD | 3out of 4 | 717 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Redvers Road , BH23 3AU | 3out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Redvers Road , BH23 3AU | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | - not rated | 4,276 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homefield School Salisbury Road , Winkton BH23 7AR | - not rated | 3,648 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cricket School Winkton Lodge , Salisbury Road BH23 7AR | - not rated | 3,697 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Connie Rothman School Christchurch Christian Centre , Millhams Street BH23 1DN | - not rated | 3,773 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Learning Centre 29 Stour Road , BH23 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,222 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Autism Unlimited 4 Magdalen Lane , BH23 1PH | - not rated | 4,257 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | 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 | 350 yd | |
| Stewarts Christchurch Garden Centre | Lyndhurst Road | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Christchurch Sports And Social Club | Grange Road | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Lyndhurst Road | 671 yd | |
| YESSS Electrical | Unit 3, Christchurch Business Park, Radar Way | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 1 Lyndhurst Road | 871 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Unit 2, Meteor Shopping Park, 151 Somerford Road | 1,077 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highcliffe School PARKSIDE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 690 yd |
| East Christchurch Sports And Social Club Grange Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 831 yd |
| Waterman'S Park EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 8.3% |
| 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 | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.25 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.