Winkton Close is in Burton, Christchurch and in Christchurch district. BH23 7LX 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 Winkton Close, Burton, Christchurch, BH23 7LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH23 7HR, BH23 7HS, BH23 7EY, BH23 7LU, BH23 7PE, BH23 7HH, BH23 7HJ, BH23 7HL, BH23 7LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH23 7LX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 49.3% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50.7% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 29.8% | 33.8% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 45.9% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 13.5% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) 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 | 55.4% | 51.1% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 35.6% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 10.4% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 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 | 17.6% | 14% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 10.4% | -8.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 16.2% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 7.2% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 23.9% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 24.8% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.3% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 98.1% | 95% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winkton Close was 13.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.2% lower than the Burton & Grange average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winkton Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Burton & Grange and the 114th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Winkton Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-11-22 | £310,000 |
| 8 Winkton Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-06-09 | £300,000 |
| 13 Winkton Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-11-28 | £287,433 |
| 10 Winkton Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-09-28 | £281,390 |
| 6 Winkton Close, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2021-05-25 | £284,588 |
BH23 7LX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 235 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham Primary School Marsh Lane , BH23 2NH | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Infant School Addiscombe Road , BH23 2AE | 4out of 4 | 2,280 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Junior School Clarendon Road , BH23 2AA | 3out of 4 | 2,325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch Dorset Road , Somerford BH23 3DA | 3out of 4 | 2,373 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 | 1out of 4 | 2,122 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | 4out of 4 | 2,861 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highcliffe School Parkside , Highcliffe BH23 4QD | 3out of 4 | 3,896 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne Boys' Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | 1out of 4 | 4,801 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 | 4,268 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne Girls Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | 3out of 4 | 4,842 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | 2out of 4 | 5,396 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 | 1,486 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Learning Centre 29 Stour Road , BH23 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,459 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tregonwell Academy Petersfield Road , BH7 6QP | 4out of 4 | 4,494 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connie Rothman Learning Centre 107/109 Belle Vue Road , Southbourne BH6 3DJ | - not rated | 4,679 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 | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Green News & Stores | 109-113 Salisbury Road | 428 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burton C Of E Primary School CAMPBELL ROAD | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Winkton Fields Salisbury Road | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| Burton Recreation Ground BURTON RECREATION GROUND BURTON RECREATION GROUND MARTINS HILL LANE | grass pitches | 742 yd |
| Homefield School (Closed) Salisbury Road | 967 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 | 51.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 131.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.