Castle Lane East is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH7 6SP 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 Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, BH7 6SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH7 6SR, BH7 6ST, BH7 6SG, BH7 6EE, BH7 6SJ, BH7 6AS, BH7 6SH, BH7 6SQ, BH7 6RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH7 6SP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 52% | 52.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48% | 47.2% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 31% | 32.6% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 47.6% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 5.3% | -4.1% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 11.8% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 | 50.5% | 46.2% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 28% | 36.8% | 8.8% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 16% | 11.3% | -4.7% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 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 | 18.1% | 19.9% | 1.8% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 13.4% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.8% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 18.3% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 33.9% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 88.2% | -7.3% | 81.4% | 6.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 84% 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 | 89% | 84% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 5% | 7.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 5.2% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 83.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 7.5% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 2.8% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 5.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Buddhist | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Lane East was 78.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.1% higher than the Littledown & Iford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Castle Lane East has the 8th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Littledown & Iford and the 378th highest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 956 Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2026-01-06 | £440,618 |
| Flat 8 Castle Court, 970 Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2021-11-04 | £155,908 |
| Flat 7 Castle Court, 970 Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2021-10-22 | £161,291 |
| 952 Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2019-12-13 | £504,689 |
| Flat 3 Castle Court, 970 Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,750 | 2019-10-31 | £135,436 |
BH7 6SP 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 BH7 6SP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| 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 | 717 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourfield Infant School Cranleigh Road , Southbourne BH6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 717 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourfield Infant School Cranleigh Road , Southbourne BH6 5JS | - not rated | 717 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourfield Junior School Stourvale Road , BH6 5JG | - not rated | 717 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Pokesdown Hill , Christchurch Road BH7 6DW | - not rated | 1,296 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood College Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | - not rated | 1,292 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Portchester School Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | - not rated | 1,292 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Avonbourne Boys' Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | 4out of 4 | 1,292 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Avonbourne Girls Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Avonbourne School Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NY | - not rated | 1,323 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 | 2,499 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School , Hurn BH23 6DF | - not rated | 4,630 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | - not rated | 4,630 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , BH1 1PA | 3out of 4 | 4,890 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 | 1,025 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bicknell School Petersfield Road , BH7 6QP | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bicknell School Petersfield Road , BH7 6QP | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Christian School 306 Iford Lane , Tuckton BH6 5NG | - not rated | 1,767 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Garnet's School 28 Parkwood Road , Boscombe BH5 2BH | - not rated | 2,057 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch Club @ Iford Baptist Church | Iford Baptist Church, Old Bridge Road | 284 yd | |
| Swanmore Bowling Club | Swanmore Pleasure Gardens, Swanmore Road | 609 yd | |
| Forest Spice | 1158 Christchurch Road | 640 yd | |
| Old Boys Motorcycle Workshop and Cafe | 1172-1180 Christchurch Road | 640 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 1142-1148 Christchurch Road | 640 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iford Bridge Tavern | 2 Old Bridge Road | 284 yd | |
| The Cranleigh | 1 Clingan Road | 492 yd | |
| Stourvale Inn | 259 Barrack Road | 837 yd | |
| Kasbah Club | First Floor, 1098-1100 Christchurch Road | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Parade Fish & Chips | 3 Castle Parade | 95 yd | |
| Hong Kong Kitchen | 4 Castle Parade | 95 yd | |
| Iford Dixyland | 5 Castle Parade | 95 yd | |
| Iford Tandoori | 6 Castle Parade | 95 yd | |
| Eating Bar | 1157 Christchurch Road | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Riverside Avenue | 796 yd | |
| Tesco Petrol Barrack | 271 Barrack Road | 811 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Tennis Facility BARRACK ROAD | tennis courts | 470 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School (Lower School) ST PETER'S PRIMARY SCHOOL ST PETER'S PRIMARY SCHOOL HOLDENHURST AVENUE | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Swanmore Gardens Swanmore Road | tennis courts | 667 yd |
| Beaufort Community Centre BEAUFORT ROAD | 723 yd | |
| Village Gym (Bournemouth) DEANSLEIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 907 yd |
| Tregonwell Academy PETERSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,026 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 | 89.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.2% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.