Hares Green is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH7 7JN is located in the Littledown & Iford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth East. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hares Green, Bournemouth, BH7 7JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH7 7JG, BH7 7JF, BH7 7JW, BH7 7JH, BH7 7JQ, BH7 7JE, BH7 7JD, BH7 7JJ, BH7 7JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH7 7JN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51% | 49.5% | -1.5% | 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 BH7 7JN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.5% 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 | 20.1% | 23% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65% | 61.5% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 17.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 (90.3%) 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 | 61.4% | 54.8% | -6.6% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 35.5% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 7.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 BH7 7JN this area, 6.8% 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 51.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.2% | 6.8% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 7.6% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23% | 14.7% | -8.3% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 14% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 42% | 51.8% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 18.0% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 88.5% | 84.7% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 3.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 81.2% 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 | 89.9% | 81.2% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -2.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.9% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 6.5% | 2.2% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 81.7% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 14.3% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 0.9% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 2.2% | 13.5% | -11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 58.5% | 46.2% | 12.3% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hares Green was 20.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.8% lower than the Littledown & Iford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hares Green has the 12th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Littledown & Iford and the 211th lowest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 13.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hares Green, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2023-09-15 | £603,538 |
| 2 Hares Green, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2023-08-23 | £582,516 |
| 6 Hares Green, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2023-02-03 | £546,089 |
| 6 Hares Green, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-02-19 | £469,234 |
| Barton Lodge, 10 Hares Green, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2020-08-10 | £537,107 |
BH7 7JN 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 27 |
| Education | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avonwood Primary School Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NB | - not rated | 590 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jewell Academy Bournemouth Jewell Road , Townsend BH8 0LT | 4out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary Academy Pokesdown Hill , Christchurch Road BH7 6DW | 3out of 4 | 1,315 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Park Academy Ashley Road , BH1 4NB | 3out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourfield Junior School Stourvale Road , BH6 5JG | 3out of 4 | 1,747 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 | 449 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Bishop of Winchester Academy Mallard Road , BH8 9PW | 3out of 4 | 1,800 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 | 2,189 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | 4out of 4 | 2,493 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Twynham School Sopers Lane , BH23 1JF | 4out of 4 | 3,599 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 495 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School St Catherine's Road , BH6 4AH | 3out of 4 | 3,560 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , | - not rated | 3,896 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | 2out of 4 | 4,053 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 | 377 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School 43-49 Queens Park South Drive , BH8 9BJ | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Collegiate School College Road , BH5 2DY | - not rated | 2,273 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wing College 126 Richmond Park Road , BH8 8TH | - not rated | 2,346 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Linwood School Alma Road , Winton BH9 1AJ | 4out of 4 | 3,220 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J P Morgan | 1 Chaseside | 346 yd | |
| Littledown Leisure Centre | Chaseside | 355 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Toby Carvery Cooper Dean, Castle Lane East | 648 yd | |
| Burger King | 741-743 Castle Lane East | 648 yd | |
| Rendezvous/Eurest | Ageas Retail Limited, Deansleigh House, Deansleigh Road | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooper Dean Harvester | Castle Lane West | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee @ Spur End Service Station | 771 Castle Lane East | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens @ Spur End Service Station | 771 Castle Lane East | 648 yd | |
| Tesco | Riverside Avenue | 839 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tregonwell Academy PETERSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 250 yd |
| Harewood College HAREWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Avonbourne College HAREWOOD AVENUE | 439 yd | |
| Littledown Centre LITTLEDOWN YOUTH CENTRE LITTLEDOWN YOUTH CENTRE CHASESIDE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 475 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School (Lower School) ST PETER'S PRIMARY SCHOOL ST PETER'S PRIMARY SCHOOL HOLDENHURST AVENUE | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Village Gym (Bournemouth) DEANSLEIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 803 yd |
| Swanmore Gardens Swanmore Road | tennis courts | 836 yd |
| Kings Park KINGS PARK DRIVE | grass pitches | 896 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 | 70.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.