Apple Grove is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH6 3DG is located in the West Southbourne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth East. This postcode has been in use since 2016-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Apple Grove, Bournemouth, BH6 3DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH6 3HZ, BH6 3HP, BH6 3HY, BH6 3JG, BH6 3HH, BH6 3HN, BH6 3HR, BH6 3LR, BH6 3JH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH6 3DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.5% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 BH6 3DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% 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 | 23.4% | 19.4% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 60.6% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 7.4% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 8% | 9.2% | 1.2% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45% | 55.1% | 10.1% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 30.5% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 11.7% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around BH6 3DG this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 9.5% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 6.4% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15.5% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 14.8% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.8% | 45.9% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 12.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.1% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.1% | 94.9% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 95.8% | 91.3% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 91.3% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.9% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.2% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Apple Grove was 72.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.4% lower than the Boscombe East & Pokesdown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Apple Grove has the 22nd highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Boscombe East & Pokesdown and the 417th highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Apple Grove, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £935,000 | 2024-03-27 | £918,757 |
| 1 Apple Grove, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 1996-10-31 | £735,994 |
BH6 3DG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BH6 3DG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 BH6 3DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stourfield Junior School Stourvale Road , BH6 5JG | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourfield Infant School Cranleigh Road , Southbourne BH6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourfield Infant School Cranleigh Road , Southbourne BH6 5JS | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourfield Junior School Stourvale Road , BH6 5JG | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pokesdown Community Primary School Livingstone Road , BH5 2AS | - not rated | 1,501 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School St Catherine's Road , BH6 4AH | - not rated | 925 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | - not rated | 1,862 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | 3out of 4 | 1,862 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne Girls Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | - not rated | 2,387 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne School Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | - not rated | 2,387 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School St Catherine's Road , BH6 4AH | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , BH1 1PA | 3out of 4 | 4,955 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Gate School Belle Vue Road , Southbourne BH6 3DG | - not rated | 489 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 306 Iford Lane , Tuckton BH6 5NG | - not rated | 930 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate School College Road , BH5 2DY | - not rated | 1,616 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Garnet's School 28 Parkwood Road , Boscombe BH5 2BH | - not rated | 1,871 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Autism Unlimited 4 Magdalen Lane , BH23 1PH | - not rated | 1,919 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southbourne Bowling Club and Bar | Seafield Gardens Pavilion, Guildhill Road | 384 yd | |
| Little Perth | 5 Carbery Row, Southbourne Road | 594 yd | |
| Brown Dog Coffee | 117-119 Belle Vue Road | 657 yd | |
| Cork and Lobster | 135-139 Belle Vue Road | 705 yd | |
| Restaurant Roots | 141 Belle Vue Road | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle White Catering at Southbourne Bowls Club | Guildhill Road | 384 yd | |
| Spyglass and Kettle | 25-27 Stourwood Avenue | 601 yd | |
| The Athelstan Arms | 139 Cranleigh Road | 701 yd | |
| Pokesdown & Southbourne Ex-Servicemens Club | 21 Stamford Road | 791 yd | |
| The Wight Bear Ale House | 65 Southbourne Grove | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chick King | 125 Belle Vue Road | 657 yd | |
| Ricky's | 121-123 Belle Vue Road | 657 yd | |
| Harmony | 109 Southbourne Grove | 684 yd | |
| Golden Oryza Oriental Cuisine & Takeaway | 79 Southbourne Grove | 753 yd | |
| All India Takeaway | 77 Southbourne Grove | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 46-48 Southbourne Grove | 833 yd | |
| Tesco | 28-30 Southbourne Grove | 934 yd | |
| Tesco | 216 Tuckton Road | 961 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seafield Gardens SEAFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 322 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School (Upper School) ST. CATHERINES ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 922 yd |
| Southbourne Tennis Club IFORD LANE | tennis courts | 1,087 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.