Curlew Road is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH8 9QB is located in the Muscliff & Strouden Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bournemouth East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Curlew Road, Bournemouth, BH8 9QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH8 9TX, BH8 9PP, BH8 9QA, BH8 9PL, BH8 9TJ, BH8 9PJ, BH8 9TH, BH8 9PS, BH8 0PB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH8 9QB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 51.5% | 53.7% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 48.5% | 46.3% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 38.7% | 39.8% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 32.9% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -11.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 14.2% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 9.3% | -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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.8% | 41.2% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 32.2% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15.5% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 7.1% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 | 42% | 25.9% | -16.1% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 11.1% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 15.6% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.6% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 14.4% | 8.6% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 23% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 92.8% | 79.9% | -12.9% | 81.4% | -1.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 4.3% |
In this area, 83.6% 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 | 93.2% | 83.6% | -9.6% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 5.2% | 4.2% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 83.6% | -8.6% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9% | 9.0% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 2.2% | -4.0% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 7.4% | 6.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Curlew Road was 193.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.6% higher than the Muscliff & Strouden Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Curlew Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Muscliff & Strouden Park and the 123rd highest crime rate of 1,191 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Curlew Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-03-15 | £307,120 |
| 44 Curlew Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Terraced, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2022-04-28 | £280,480 |
| 8 Curlew Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2013-01-25 | £281,973 |
| 30 Curlew Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2012-02-28 | £258,231 |
| 22 Curlew Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2011-08-05 | £211,419 |
BH8 9QB 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Park Infant Academy East Way , BH8 9PU | 3out of 4 | 711 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park Academy East Way , BH8 9PU | 4out of 4 | 853 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Muscliff Primary School Broadway Lane , Throop BH8 0AB | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School, Malvern Road , Moordown BH9 3BY | 4out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jewell Academy Bournemouth Jewell Road , Townsend BH8 0LT | 4out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth School for Girls Castle Gate Close , Castle Lane West BH8 9UJ | 4out of 4 | 206 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Bishop of Winchester Academy Mallard Road , BH8 9PW | 3out of 4 | 330 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | 4out of 4 | 690 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Avonbourne Boys' Academy Harewood Avenue , BH7 6NZ | 1out of 4 | 2,272 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glenmoor Academy Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 3,070 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Girls | 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 | 2,283 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | 2out of 4 | 3,310 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , | - not rated | 3,578 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park School 43-49 Queens Park South Drive , BH8 9BJ | - not rated | 1,713 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Wing College 126 Richmond Park Road , BH8 8TH | - not rated | 1,736 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Linwood School Alma Road , Winton BH9 1AJ | 4out of 4 | 2,118 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tregonwell Academy Petersfield Road , BH7 6QP | 4out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's School 15 Stokewood Road , BH3 7NA | - not rated | 2,752 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Unit A, Mallard Road Retail Park, Mallard Road | 270 yd | |
| St Paul's Cafe | St Paul's Church, Landford Way | 281 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee | Unit C8A, Castlepoint, Castle Lane West | 383 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | Waterstone's, Castlepoint, Castle Lane West | 536 yd | |
| Five Guys | Unit 8b, Castlepoint, Castle Lane West | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Broadway | 241 Castle Lane West | 689 yd | |
| Bournemouth Electric Sports and Social Club Ltd | Broadway Lane | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti Spice | 458 Castle Lane West | 443 yd | |
| Subway | 460 Castle Lane West | 443 yd | |
| Herbies | 466 Castle Lane West | 518 yd | |
| ShangPin | 496 Castle Lane West | 518 yd | |
| Bento | 243 Castle Lane West | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B&M Store | Mallard Road Retail Park, Mallard Road | 270 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Mallard Road Retail Park, Mallard Road | 270 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, Castlepoint, Castle Lane West | 383 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Castlepoint, Castle Lane West | 783 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth School For Girls CASTLE GATE CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 322 yd |
| The Bishop Of Winchester Academy MALLARD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 322 yd |
| Sir David English Sports Centre THE SIR DAVID ENGLISH SPORTS CENTRE THE SIR DAVID ENGLISH SPORTS CENTRE EAST WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 458 yd |
| Strouden Playing Fields STROUDEN PARK PLAYING FIELDS STROUDEN PARK PLAYING FIELDS HOWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Broadway Park BROADWAY LANE | grass pitches | 929 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 233.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.