Joyce Dickson Close is in Ringwood and in New Forest district. BH24 3ET is located in the Ringwood South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of New Forest West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Joyce Dickson Close, Ringwood, BH24 3ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH24 1NP, BH24 3EJ, BH24 1NE, BH24 1NL, BH24 1ND, BH24 3ER, BH24 1PW, BH24 1PG, BH24 3EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH24 3ET 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 | 53.2% | 50.7% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.3% | 2.5% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of BH24 3ET there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.8% 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 | 20.6% | 26.1% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 51.8% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 7.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 12.1% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 8.9% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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% | 45.4% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 36.2% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 15.6% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 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 | 24.5% | 16% | -8.5% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 6% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 16.3% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 19.1% | 10.9% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 29.8% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 93.2% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 95.5% | 94.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 94.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Joyce Dickson Close was 59.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.7% higher than the Ringwood North & Ellingham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Joyce Dickson Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Ringwood North & Ellingham and the 185th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Joyce Dickson Close, Ringwood, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-02-07 | £334,226 |
| 2 Joyce Dickson Close, Ringwood, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-06-26 | £342,431 |
| 3 Joyce Dickson Close, Ringwood, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2010-11-05 | £357,927 |
| 6 Joyce Dickson Close, Ringwood, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2005-04-06 | £333,140 |
| 3A Joyce Dickson Close, Ringwood, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2004-05-07 | £436,483 |
BH24 3ET 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 BH24 3ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringwood Junior School Hightown Road , BH24 1NH | 3out of 4 | 453 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringwood Church of England Infant School School Lane , BH24 1LG | 4out of 4 | 687 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulner Infant School and Nursery North Poulner Road , BH24 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,807 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulner Junior School North Poulner Road , North Poulner BH24 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,812 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives Primary & Nursery School Sandy Lane , St. Ives BH24 2LE | 4out of 4 | 3,588 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 | 670 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringwood Waldorf School Folly Farm Lane , Ashley BH24 2NN | - not rated | 2,428 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling College Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 2,864 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling School Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 2,864 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moyles Court School Moyles Court , BH24 3NF | - not rated | 3,911 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREEDOM LEISURE RINGWOOD | PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 855 yd | |
| GRATITUDE COFFEE | UNIT 3, MILLSTREAM TRADING ESTATE | 877 yd | |
| DAVID LLOYD LEISURE | 242 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 920 yd | |
| INDIA COTTAGE | 35 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,083 yd | |
| AMARONE | 34B CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 115 CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD | ELLINGHAM AND RINGWOOD RUGBY CLUB, PARSONAGE BARN LANE | 326 yd | |
| ELLINGHAM & RINGWOOD R.F.C. LTD. | PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 347 yd | |
| THE RAILWAY | 35 HIGHTOWN ROAD, RINGWOOD | 776 yd | |
| ELM TREE | HIGHTOWN ROAD, HIGHTOWN | 794 yd | |
| THE WHITE HART | 171 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRICES FISH & CHIPS | 38-40 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIDL UK | WELLWORTHY WAY, RINGWOOD | 671 yd | |
| CENTRAL STORES | 43-45 PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 686 yd | |
| CENTRAL CONVENIENCE STORES | 228 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,032 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ellingham And Ringwood Rfc MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| Ringwood Health And Leisure PARSONAGE BARN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 678 yd |
| Ringwood School PARSONAGE BARN LANE | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Carvers Recreation Ground SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 957 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Ringwood) CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 973 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.54 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.54 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.