Summerfield Close is in Burton, Christchurch and in Christchurch district. BH23 7HL is located in the Burton & Grange electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Christchurch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Summerfield Close, Burton, Christchurch, BH23 7HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH23 7HJ, BH23 7EY, BH23 7EZ, BH23 7HB, BH23 7HN, BH23 7NA, BH23 7ND, BH23 7LX, BH23 7HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH23 7HL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.7% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.3% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 33.6% | 37.5% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 47% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 9.9% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 53.8% | 48.7% | -5.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 38.9% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 8% | 9.4% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 14.3% | 10.3% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 9.9% | -10.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 22% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 8.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7.3% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 23.3% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.3% | 23.3% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 97.7% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 93.9% | 93% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.7% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 4.2% | 1.7% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 93% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Summerfield Close was 26.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.9% lower than the Burton & Grange average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Summerfield Close has the 8th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Burton & Grange and the 300th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Summerfield Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2024-04-29 | £330,789 |
| 4 Summerfield Close, Christchurch, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-11-28 | £350,443 |
| 3 Summerfield Close, Christchurch, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £219,500 | 2014-06-20 | £312,771 |
| 4 Summerfield Close, Christchurch, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2011-07-28 | £320,067 |
| 4 Summerfield Close, Christchurch, Dorset Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2009-04-14 | £304,640 |
BH23 7HL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Church of England Primary School Campbell Road , Burton BH23 7JY | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham Primary School Marsh Lane , BH23 2NH | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Infant School Addiscombe Road , BH23 2AE | 4out of 4 | 2,110 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Junior School Clarendon Road , BH23 2AA | 3out of 4 | 2,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerford Primary School Draper Road , BH23 3AS | 3out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Community 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 | 1out of 4 | 2,078 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | 4out of 4 | 2,701 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highcliffe School Parkside , Highcliffe BH23 4QD | 3out of 4 | 3,969 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne Boys' Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | 1out of 4 | 4,645 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | 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 | 4,104 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne Girls Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | 3out of 4 | 4,686 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | 2out of 4 | 5,358 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 1,419 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Learning Centre 29 Stour Road , BH23 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,294 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tregonwell Academy Petersfield Road , BH7 6QP | 4out of 4 | 4,339 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connie Rothman Learning Centre 107/109 Belle Vue Road , Southbourne BH6 3DJ | - not rated | 4,512 yd | Other independent special 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 Oak Inn | 57 Martins Hill Lane | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Green News & Stores | 109-113 Salisbury Road | 465 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burton C Of E Primary School CAMPBELL ROAD | grass pitches | 414 yd |
| Burton Recreation Ground BURTON RECREATION GROUND BURTON RECREATION GROUND MARTINS HILL LANE | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Winkton Fields Salisbury Road | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Homefield School (Closed) Salisbury Road | 1,083 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.