West Cliff Road is in Westbourne, Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH4 8DJ is located in the Westbourne & West Cliff electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth West. This postcode has been in use since 2003-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Cliff Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, BH4 8DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH4 8AT, BH2 5LJ, BH4 8BD, BH4 8BB, BH2 5LW, BH4 8AA, BH2 5BN, BH2 5HJ, BH4 8AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH4 8DJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents 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 | 54.6% | 52.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 45.4% | 47.6% | 2.2% | 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 | 22.1% | 22.3% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 50% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 9.1% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 18.9% | 15.9% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 9.8% |
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 | 39.1% | 45.5% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 34% | 34.8% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 13.7% | -8.1% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 28.4% | 22% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 7.3% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 11% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 7.3% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 11.9% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.7% | 38.1% | -0.6% | 33.8% | 4.3% |
| Other | 5% | 2.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92% | 97% | 5.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 82.4% 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 | 84.5% | 82.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 10.3% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 0.9% | -2.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.6% | 82.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 11.2% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 1.7% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.4% | 1.3% | -7.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 5.2% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.6% | 37.2% | -10.6% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Cliff Road was 31.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.7% lower than the Bournemouth Central average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
West Cliff Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 88 local areas in Bournemouth Central and the 386th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% 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 3 Amari Court, 44 West Cliff Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2024-02-15 | £550,000 |
| Flat 15 Amari Court, 44 West Cliff Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2023-03-17 | £805,171 |
| Flat 3 Amari Court, 44 West Cliff Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2021-04-09 | £495,693 |
| Flat 11 Amari Court, 44 West Cliff Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2019-02-21 | £516,056 |
| Flat 1 Amari Court, 44 West Cliff Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £479,950 | 2017-06-22 | £541,421 |
BH4 8DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 8DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 59% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 130 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 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 | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School Winston Avenue , Branksome BH12 1PG | 3out of 4 | 2,492 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury Park Primary School Lowther Road , BH8 8LU | 3out of 4 | 3,070 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherlands Primary School Library Road , Parkstone BH12 2BG | 3out of 4 | 3,174 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Courthill Infant School Courthill Road , Parkstone BH14 9HL | 3out of 4 | 3,411 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 | 3,762 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 3,818 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Aldhelm's Academy Herbert Avenue , BH12 4HS | 3out of 4 | 4,426 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | 4out of 4 | 4,772 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Bourne Academy Hadow Road , BH10 5HS | 3out of 4 | 4,896 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bournemouth and Poole College North Road , BH14 0LS | - not rated | 5,348 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 , | - not rated | 2,152 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Bournemouth 58 Braidley Road , BH2 6LD | - not rated | 1,815 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Heath School Rothesay Road , BOURNEMOUTH BH4 9NJ | - not rated | 1,935 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Victoria Education Centre 12 Lindsay Road , Branksome Park BH13 6AS | 3out of 4 | 2,187 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 29-35 Wimborne Road , Bournemouth BH2 6NA | - not rated | 2,258 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's School 15 Stokewood Road , BH3 7NA | - not rated | 2,661 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island Hut | 15 West Cliff Road | 279 yd | |
| Durley Inn | Durley Chine | 356 yd | |
| Chineside | Durley Chine | 545 yd | |
| Riptide Espresso and Records | 204-206 Commercial Road | 568 yd | |
| Argyll Gardens Bowling Club | The Bowling Green, West Overcliff Drive | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shika Lounge | 15 West Cliff Road | 279 yd | |
| Goat & Tricycle | 27-29 West Hill Road | 575 yd | |
| The Vault | 39 Poole Hill | 604 yd | |
| DYMK | 31-37 Poole Hill | 604 yd | |
| Canvas | 45 Poole Hill | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Steps Kiosk | Joseph Steps Kiosk, West Undercliff Promenade | 559 yd | |
| Casa Gourmex | 29 Poole Hill | 604 yd | |
| Paasha Turkish Kebab Ltd | 190 Commercial Road | 604 yd | |
| Bunny's Chicken | 164a Commercial Road | 649 yd | |
| Da Mario | 12 Queens Road | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 427 Poole Road | 585 yd | |
| Triangle Mini Market | 160 Commercial Road | 658 yd | |
| Co-op | 14 Queens Road | 686 yd | |
| Tesco | 18-19 The Triangle | 850 yd | |
| Tesco | Poole Road | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durley Dean Hotel WEST CLIFF ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 340 yd |
| Hallmark Health Club (Bournemouth) DURLEY CHINE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 404 yd |
| Wessex Leisure Club (Closed) 11-13 11-13 WEST CLIFF ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 534 yd |
| Blue Water Spa And Leisure Club WEST HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 573 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (Bournemouth Highcliff) ST. MICHAELS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 752 yd |
| Pure Gym (Bournemouth) Unit 9 and 10 Unit 9 and 10 The Triangle | health and fitness suite | 869 yd |
| Hilton Bournemouth TERRACE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 953 yd |
| Bournemouth Gardens Tennis Centre Central Gardens | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 1,002 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 | 49.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.