Poppy Close is in Ashley Heath, Ringwood and in Dorset district. BH24 2FQ is located in the St Leonards & St Ives electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Christchurch. This postcode has been in use since 2018-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Poppy Close, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, BH24 2FQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH24 2PN, BH24 2NH, BH24 2JH, BH24 2PF, BH24 2JY, BH24 2JT, BH24 2JU, BH24 2JX, BH24 2PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH24 2FQ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.8% of the population 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 | 53.2% | 57.8% | 4.6% | 51.0% | 6.8% |
| Male | 46.8% | 42.2% | -4.6% | 49.0% | -6.8% |
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 | 13.7% | 27% | 13.3% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.9% | 47.7% | -21.2% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 13.8% | 9.4% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 9.2% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 44.9% | 33.8% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 38.2% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 13% | 16.7% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 8.8% | 5.1% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 21.1% | 17.5% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 11.1% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 14% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 16.4% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 31.6% | -2.5% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 94.1% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 97.3% | 91.7% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 91.7% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 76.7% | -5.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25% | 13.5% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poppy Close was 33.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.0% lower than the St Leonards & St Ives average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Poppy Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in St Leonards & St Ives and the 616th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Poppy Close, Ringwood, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £915,000 | 2022-07-18 | £917,781 |
| 6 Poppy Close, Ringwood, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2022-04-19 | £918,557 |
| 4 Poppy Close, Ringwood, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2021-06-11 | £631,579 |
| 5 Poppy Close, Ringwood, Dorset Other, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-06-11 | £421,053 |
| 2 Poppy Close, Ringwood, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2019-09-05 | £870,603 |
BH24 2FQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH24 2FQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ives Primary & Nursery School Sandy Lane , St. Ives BH24 2LE | 4out of 4 | 497 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringwood Church of England Infant School School Lane , BH24 1LG | 4out of 4 | 3,488 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringwood Junior School Hightown Road , BH24 1NH | 3out of 4 | 3,635 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhurst Community First School Shaftesbury Road , West Moors BH22 0DY | 3out of 4 | 4,136 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Moors, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School Station Road , West Moors BH22 0JF | 3out of 4 | 4,684 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringwood School Academy Parsonage Barn Lane , BH24 1SE | 3out of 4 | 3,750 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Moors Middle School Heathfield Way , West Moors BH22 0DA | 3out of 4 | 4,059 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheiling College Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling School Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringwood Waldorf School Folly Farm Lane , Ashley BH24 2NN | - not rated | 1,723 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Ives First School SANDY LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 408 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.