Muscliffe Lane is in Bournemouth and in Bournemouth district. BH9 3NE 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 Muscliffe Lane, Bournemouth, BH9 3NE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH9 3LJ, BH9 3NL, BH9 3NU, BH10 7AA, BH9 3JN, BH9 2UB, BH9 3NS, BH9 2DA, BH9 3LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH9 3NE 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 | 51.3% | 50.5% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.5% | 0.8% | 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 BH9 3NE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 20.3% | 23.2% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 58.6% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 6.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 9.5% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 38.6% | 44.3% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 36.4% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 26% | 14.6% | -11.4% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 17.8% | -13.0% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 12.5% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 8% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 22.3% | 13.0% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 24.6% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 94.3% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 95.3% | 91.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 4.4% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 91.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 10.1% | 6.0% | 4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Muscliffe Lane was 13.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.1% lower than the Moordown average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Muscliffe Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Moordown and the 121st lowest crime rate of 1,181 local areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Muscliffe Lane, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2015-05-18 | £546,003 |
| 11 Muscliffe Lane, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2013-12-09 | £441,835 |
| 5 Muscliffe Lane, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2004-01-15 | £424,219 |
| 5 Muscliffe Lane, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1998-07-10 | £212,441 |
| 5 Muscliffe Lane, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 1996-08-02 | £292,298 |
BH9 3NE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
BH9 3NE 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.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Epiphany Church of England Primary School Shillingstone Drive , Muscliff BH9 3PE | - not rated | 643 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Epiphany School Shillingstone Drive , Muscliff BH9 3PE | 3out of 4 | 643 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Muscliff Primary School Broadway Lane , Throop BH8 0AB | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Muscliff Primary School Broadway Lane , Throop BH8 0AB | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton County First School Coronation Avenue , BH9 1TP | - not rated | 1,302 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manorside Primary School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 4,867 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderney Middle School Evering Avenue , Parkstone BH12 4JG | - not rated | 5,005 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole Sancreed Road , Parkstone BH12 4DZ | - not rated | 5,009 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | - not rated | 1,704 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bournemouth School East Way , BH8 9PY | 4out of 4 | 1,704 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bournemouth School for Girls Castle Gate Close , Castle Lane West BH8 9UJ | - not rated | 1,778 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bournemouth School for Girls Castle Gate Close , Castle Lane West BH8 9UJ | 4out of 4 | 1,778 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Glenmoor School Beswick Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EX | - not rated | 2,191 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arts Institute At Bournemouth Wallisdown Road , BH12 5HH | - not rated | 3,120 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield School , Hurn BH23 6DF | - not rated | 3,382 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield School Hurn , BH23 6DF | - not rated | 3,382 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth Madeira Road , BH1 1PA | 3out of 4 | 4,503 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkhouse Education 86 Broadway Lane , | - not rated | 1,322 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Alternative Needs Federation Pacs Nigel Bowes School , 70 Ensbury Avenue BH10 4HG | - not rated | 2,021 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Slades Farm School Ensbury Avenue , Ensbury Park BH10 4EP | - not rated | 2,272 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portfield School Parley Lane , BH23 6BP | 3out of 4 | 2,463 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House School 8 Firs Glen Road , Winton BH9 2LR | - not rated | 2,505 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bully's Cafe | 27 Castle Lane West | 74 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Pizza Hut, Westover Retail Park, Castle Lane West | 136 yd | |
| Itsy Bitsyccino | 3B, Westover Retail Park, Castle Lane West | 151 yd | |
| Holy Epiphany Church Hall | Church Of The Holy Epiphany, 48 Castle Lane West | 205 yd | |
| Moordown Baptist Church Luncheon Club | 92 The Avenue | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAZ Indian Takeaway | 72 Castle Lane West | 404 yd | |
| Noor Takeaway | 50 Castle Lane West | 404 yd | |
| Barnacles | 956 Wimborne Road | 761 yd | |
| Malvern Fisheries | 51A Malvern Road | 771 yd | |
| Satya's Kitchen | 917 Wimborne Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1 Tolpuddle Gardens | 693 yd | |
| Co-op | 967-975 Wimborne Road | 811 yd | |
| Biltong & Bangers | 934 Wimborne Road | 837 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Muscliffe Park SHILLINGSTONE DRIVE | grass pitches | 933 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.