Warnford Road is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH6 5PQ is located in the Littledown & Iford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Warnford Road, Bournemouth, BH6 5PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH6 5PG, BH6 5NY, BH7 6BP, BH6 5PX, BH7 6EA, BH7 6RX, BH6 5NZ, BH6 5NX, BH6 5PB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH6 5PQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.3% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.7% | -1.5% | 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 BH6 5PQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 31.9% | 32.3% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 52.7% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.1% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 11.1% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.1%) 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 | 50.2% | 56.6% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 31.5% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 10% | 9% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
In the area around BH6 5PQ this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.6% | 9.7% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 9% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 16.1% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 18.6% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 37.6% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 3.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
In this area, 87.6% 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 | 90.3% | 87.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 5% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.3% | 87.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 1.4% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Warnford Road was 60.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.3% lower than the Littledown & Iford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Warnford Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Littledown & Iford and the 501st highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Warnford Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2023-07-06 | £445,465 |
| 31 Warnford Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £377,000 | 2018-02-23 | £459,684 |
| 36 Warnford Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2017-12-08 | £417,441 |
| 29 Warnford Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2015-03-06 | £482,614 |
| 28 Warnford Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £278,500 | 2015-01-22 | £402,605 |
BH6 5PQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% 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 5PQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 27 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stourfield Junior School Stourvale Road , BH6 5JG | 3out of 4 | 498 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourfield Infant School Cranleigh Road , Southbourne BH6 5JS | 4out of 4 | 498 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary Academy Pokesdown Hill , Christchurch Road BH7 6DW | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonwood Primary School Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NB | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pokesdown Community Primary School Livingstone Road , BH5 2AS | 4out of 4 | 1,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avonbourne Boys' Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | 1out of 4 | 1,058 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | 4out of 4 | 2,416 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop of Winchester Academy Mallard Road , BH8 9PW | 3out of 4 | 3,033 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 | 3,433 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | 4out of 4 | 3,708 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avonbourne Girls Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | 3out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School St Catherine's Road , BH6 4AH | 3out of 4 | 2,330 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , | - not rated | 4,486 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | 2out of 4 | 4,942 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tregonwell Academy Petersfield Road , BH7 6QP | 4out of 4 | 882 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate School College Road , BH5 2DY | - not rated | 1,789 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Connie Rothman Learning Centre 107/109 Belle Vue Road , Southbourne BH6 3DJ | - not rated | 2,200 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Learning Centre 29 Stour Road , BH23 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,272 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School 43-49 Queens Park South Drive , BH8 9BJ | - not rated | 2,452 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RealCHKN.CO | 1153 Christchurch Road | 190 yd | |
| Forest Spice | 1158 Christchurch Road | 199 yd | |
| Old Boys Motorcycle Workshop and Cafe | 1172-1180 Christchurch Road | 199 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 1142-1148 Christchurch Road | 199 yd | |
| Swanmore Bowling Club | Swanmore Pleasure Gardens, Swanmore Road | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cranleigh | 1 Clingan Road | 341 yd | |
| Kasbah Club | First Floor, 1098-1100 Christchurch Road | 439 yd | |
| Iford Bridge Tavern | 2 Old Bridge Road | 677 yd | |
| Pokesdown & Southbourne Ex-Servicemens Club | 21 Stamford Road | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eating Bar | 1157 Christchurch Road | 190 yd | |
| LA Chicken Southbourne | 1111 Christchurch Road | 443 yd | |
| Castle Parade Fish & Chips | 3 Castle Parade | 554 yd | |
| Hong Kong Kitchen | 4 Castle Parade | 554 yd | |
| Iford Dixyland | 5 Castle Parade | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 980-982 Christchurch Road | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swanmore Gardens Swanmore Road | tennis courts | 439 yd |
| Beaufort Community Centre BEAUFORT ROAD | 439 yd | |
| St Peters Catholic School (Lower School) ST PETER'S PRIMARY SCHOOL ST PETER'S PRIMARY SCHOOL HOLDENHURST AVENUE | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Christchurch Tennis Facility BARRACK ROAD | tennis courts | 939 yd |
| Tregonwell Academy PETERSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,012 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 220.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.