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Boscombe East

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About

Boscombe East is a residential area located in the eastern part of Bournemouth, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, mid-20th century homes, and some modern developments. It is situated close to Boscombe town centre, providing access to local shops, cafes, and amenities. The area is also near Boscombe Chine Gardens and the beach, offering green spaces and coastal walks.

Transport links in Boscombe East include bus routes connecting to Bournemouth town centre and surrounding areas. The area has a range of schools and community facilities, catering to families and long-term residents. While it has faced challenges with economic deprivation in the past, ongoing regeneration efforts aim to improve housing and local infrastructure. The proximity to the beach and affordability compared to central Bournemouth make it a practical choice for many residents.

Area overview

On average Boscombe East has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Boscombe East is £45,600 per year. There are 4 schools in Boscombe East: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
67
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
6.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Boscombe East Population
9,518
Population density
5,832.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,013
73.73%
Other White
1,337
14.06%
Other Asian
146
1.53%
Other
126
1.32%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
116
1.22%
Total population: 9,512

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,503
36.32%
Owns with a mortgage
1,146
27.69%
Owns outright
1,088
26.29%
Other social rented
228
5.51%
Other forms of private rent
90
2.17%
Total households: 4,138

Property prices in Boscombe East

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £285,000 in Boscombe East area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £1,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Boscombe East in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Boscombe East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£485,060
Flats54£186,000
Semi-Detached20£339,000
Terraced18£326,606

10 years median price trend in Boscombe East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Boscombe East.

All postcodes in Boscombe East

BH76HW

Haviland Road

BH76HX

North Road

BH76LB

Warwick Road

BH51JB

Boscombe Cliff Road

BH51NA

Beechwood Avenue

BH76BG

Gladstone Mews

BH76AN

Christchurch Road

BH76DL

Christchurch Road

BH76HT

Wolverton Road

BH76JX

Hannington Road

BH52BB

Boscombe East

BH52JA

Hosker Road

BH76AY

Christchurch Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.