Marlborough Road is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH4 8DD is located in the Westbourne & West Cliff electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marlborough Road, Bournemouth, BH4 8DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH4 8AR, BH4 9DE, BH4 8AH, BH4 8DG, BH4 9DF, BH4 9DB, BH4 8DE, BH4 9EL, BH4 8AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH4 8DD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% 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 | 61.1% | 56.8% | -4.3% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 38.9% | 43.2% | 4.3% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 | 28.9% | 24.6% | -4.3% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.9% | 39% | 10.1% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 14.1% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 31% | 20.2% | -10.8% | 6.1% | 14.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.5% | 36.1% | 6.6% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 27.2% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 20.2% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 14.3% | 11.8% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 7.8% |
| Very bad health | 11.4% | 4.7% | -6.7% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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 | 30.7% | 21.9% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.9% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 11.9% | 2.3% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 12.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 32.5% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 9.6% | 7.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 4.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 98% | 90.8% | -7.2% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 77% 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 | 91.5% | 77% | -14.5% | 83.2% | -6.2% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 11.7% | 8.5% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 4.2% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 77.2% | -13.7% | 83.2% | -6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 11.5% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 4.5% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 1.6% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.9% | 76.7% | -6.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.5% | 1.5% | 3.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 11% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marlborough Road was 97.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.5% higher than the Talbot & Branksome Woods average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Marlborough Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Talbot & Branksome Woods and the 293rd highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 Compton Lodge, 17 Marlborough Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-02-07 | £249,083 |
| Flat 7 Marlborough Pines, 19 Marlborough Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-12-18 | £230,831 |
| Flat 7 Sunbury Court, 21 Marlborough Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £208,500 | 2024-09-23 | £193,543 |
| Flat 11 Marlborough Pines, 19 Marlborough Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-12-14 | £397,064 |
| Flat 11 Sunbury Court, 21 Marlborough Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-04-28 | £222,891 |
BH4 8DD 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 BH4 8DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 168 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Somerville Road , BH2 5LH | - not rated | 541 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Somerville Road , BH2 5LH | - not rated | 541 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School Winston Avenue , Branksome BH12 1PG | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Winston Avenue , Branksome BH12 1PG | - not rated | 2,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherlands Primary School Library Road , Parkstone BH12 2BG | 3out of 4 | 2,818 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole Sancreed Road , Parkstone BH12 4DZ | - not rated | 3,061 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorside Primary School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 4,076 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branksome Heath Junior School Livingstone Road , Parkstone BH12 3DX | - not rated | 4,187 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baden Powell County Middle School Mill Lane , Parkstone BH14 8UL | - not rated | 4,220 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderney Middle School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 4,246 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winton Arts and Media College Winton Way , BH10 4HT | - not rated | 3,286 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Winton Academy Winton Way , BH10 4HT | 4out of 4 | 3,286 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor School Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | - not rated | 3,346 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 3,346 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rossmore Community College Herbert Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4HS | - not rated | 4,005 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arts Institute At Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 2,626 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bournemouth and Poole College North Road , BH14 0LS | - not rated | 5,162 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , BH1 1PA | 3out of 4 | 2,101 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot Heath School Rothesay Road , BOURNEMOUTH BH4 9NJ | - not rated | 1,438 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Kings Bournemouth 58 Braidley Road , BH2 6LD | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Jewish Day School Synagogue Chambers , Wootton Gardens BH1 1PW | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 1,886 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 29-35 Wimborne Road , Bournemouth BH2 6NA | - not rated | 2,015 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Hail Ale | 10 Queens Road | 192 yd | |
| St Michaels Church | Church Hall, St Michael Church And All Angels Church, Poole Road | 216 yd | |
| N & C CAFE | 15 Queens Road | 240 yd | |
| Art Sushi | 42e Poole Road | 489 yd | |
| Westcliff Baptist Church | 43 Poole Road | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Westbourne | 45 Poole Road | 502 yd | |
| Goat & Tricycle | 27-29 West Hill Road | 572 yd | |
| Westbourne Conservative Club | 6 Alum Chine Road | 601 yd | |
| The Vault | 39 Poole Hill | 604 yd | |
| DYMK | 31-37 Poole Hill | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Da Mario | 12 Queens Road | 192 yd | |
| Chez Fred | 8-10 Seamoor Road | 586 yd | |
| Casa Gourmex | 29 Poole Hill | 604 yd | |
| Paasha Turkish Kebab Ltd | 190 Commercial Road | 646 yd | |
| Bunny's Chicken | 164a Commercial Road | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 14 Queens Road | 192 yd | |
| Tesco | Poole Road | 472 yd | |
| Lidl | 427 Poole Road | 472 yd | |
| Triangle Mini Market | 160 Commercial Road | 679 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 54-60 Seamoor Road | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hallmark Health Club (Bournemouth) DURLEY CHINE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 395 yd |
| Durley Dean Hotel WEST CLIFF ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 738 yd |
| Bournemouth Gardens Tennis Centre Central Gardens | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 740 yd |
| Wessex Leisure Club (Closed) 11-13 11-13 WEST CLIFF ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 818 yd |
| Blue Water Spa And Leisure Club WEST HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 836 yd |
| Pure Gym (Bournemouth) Unit 9 and 10 Unit 9 and 10 The Triangle | health and fitness suite | 839 yd |
| The Club At Meyrick Park CENTRAL DRIVE | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,050 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.