Talbot Avenue is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH3 7HP is located in the Talbot & Branksome Woods electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Talbot Avenue, Bournemouth, BH3 7HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH3 7BY, BH3 7HU, BH3 7BW, BH3 7HR, BH3 7BD, BH3 7BE, BH3 7AS, BH3 7BP, BH3 7HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BH3 7HP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 53.5% | 49.6% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 50.4% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 37.9% | 36.3% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 37.5% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7% | 9.8% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 12.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.6% | 48.2% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 34% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 13.2% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 18.4% | 11.8% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 8.4% | 1.4% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 11.1% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 19.2% | 2.3% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.2% | 41.5% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 89.3% | 80.9% | -8.4% | 81.4% | -0.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 77.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 77.8% | -13.6% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 9.2% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 78.6% | -12.6% | 83.2% | -4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 10.4% | 9.6% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Talbot Avenue was 15.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.1% lower than the Talbot & Branksome Woods average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Talbot Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Talbot & Branksome Woods and the 144th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Lodge, 3 Talbot Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-09-27 | £455,233 |
| Flat 3 Woodhaven, 3 Talbot Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2023-05-19 | £332,265 |
| Flat 2 Woodhaven, 3 Talbot Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2021-10-22 | £404,268 |
| Maple Lodge, 3 Talbot Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2021-08-09 | £613,462 |
| Flat 1 Woodhaven, 3 Talbot Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2018-07-27 | £293,381 |
BH3 7HP 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 BH3 7HP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 101 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Bemister Road , Winton BH9 1LG | 3out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School Vicarage Road , Moordown BH9 2SA | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary School Talbot Village , BH10 4JA | 3out of 4 | 1,713 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury Park Primary School Lowther Road , BH8 8LU | 3out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Primary School Oswald Road , BH9 2TG | 3out of 4 | 1,800 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | 4out of 4 | 2,369 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Bourne Academy Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 2,705 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth School for Girls Castle Gate Close , Castle Lane West BH8 9UJ | 4out of 4 | 2,873 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , | - not rated | 2,000 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne Girls Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | 3out of 4 | 4,288 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin's School 15 Stokewood Road , BH3 7NA | - not rated | 611 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House School 8 Firs Glen Road , Winton BH9 2LR | - not rated | 699 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 29-35 Wimborne Road , Bournemouth BH2 6NA | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linwood School Alma Road , Winton BH9 1AJ | 4out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Bournemouth 58 Braidley Road , BH2 6LD | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bombay Palace | 286 Wimborne Road | 339 yd | |
| West Hants Lawn Tennis Club | Roslin Road South | 363 yd | |
| Wistmans Cafe | 310 Wimborne Road | 412 yd | |
| My Shake | 313 Wimborne Road | 479 yd | |
| Otto Coffee Limited | 317 Wimborne Road | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Buffalo | 303-305 Wimborne Road | 417 yd | |
| The Micro Moose | 326 Wimborne Road | 527 yd | |
| Winton Workman's Club | 14 Waterloo Road | 609 yd | |
| Oakmeadians | Cricket And Sports Pavilion, Meyrick Park | 866 yd | |
| Lark Rise | 475 Wimborne Road | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellaggio Pizzeria | 297 Wimborne Road | 417 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 307 Wimborne Road | 478 yd | |
| Stellas Kitchen | 311 Wimborne Road | 478 yd | |
| Buba-Licious Ltd | 336 Wimborne Road | 537 yd | |
| Greggs | 379 Wimborne Road | 703 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 345-353 Wimborne Road | 558 yd | |
| Lidl | 376-378 Wimborne Road | 647 yd | |
| Makkah Foods | 377 Wimborne Road | 703 yd | |
| Tesco | 1-13 Charminster Road | 1,049 yd | |
| European Supermarket | 53 Charminster Road | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Hants Lawn Tennis Club ROSLIN ROAD SOUTH | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 314 yd |
| Stokewood Leisure Centre STOKEWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 746 yd |
| Meyrick Park THE PAVILION THE PAVILION MEYRICK PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 860 yd |
| Linwood School ALMA ROAD | swimming pool | 1,036 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 | 74 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.