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Boscombe West

About

Boscombe West is a coastal ward within the larger urban area of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, along with some modern apartment developments. Its western boundary is formed by the cliff-top paths overlooking Boscombe and Bournemouth beaches, providing direct pedestrian access to the shoreline. The ward contains several local shops and services along Seabourne Road and other minor thoroughfares, catering to everyday needs.

The social and economic landscape is varied, with a notable concentration of Houses in Multiple Occupation. The ward includes Boscombe Chine Gardens, a public green space leading down to the promenade and the historic Boscombe Pier. This pier, with its distinct curved design and community-focused facilities, is a central feature. The area has faced challenges but also shows ongoing regeneration efforts, particularly in its central shopping precinct and seafront amenities.

Area overview

On average Boscombe West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Boscombe West is £38,274 per year. There are 1 schools in Boscombe West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Boscombe West is home to around 10,586 people, with a population density of about 8,863.0 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

102

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Boscombe West Population

10,586

Population density

8,863 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

49.5(+50%)

Anti-social behaviour

37.79(+150%)

Other theft

12(+113%)

Criminal damage and arson

10.2(+57%)

Shoplifting

9.45(+42%)

South West average

Demographics

British

6,190

58.48%

Other White

2,843

26.86%

Other

226

2.14%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

185

1.75%

Other Asian

150

1.42%

Total population: 10,585

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

3,024

33.24%

No qualifications

1,708

18.77%

Level 3 (A level)

1,454

15.98%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,131

12.43%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

903

9.93%

Total 16+ residents: 9,098

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

3,237

57.23%

Owns with a mortgage

908

16.05%

Owns outright

754

13.33%

Other social rented

371

6.56%

Social rents from council

177

3.13%

Total households: 5,656

Property prices in Boscombe West

Based on 129 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Boscombe West area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £545,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£360,000	£277,000	£325,000	£380,000	£460,000
Flats	116	£190,000	£84,500	£139,750	£243,225	£375,000
Semi-Detached	5	£310,000	£273,600	£300,000	£330,000	£358,000
Terraced	3	£300,000	£255,000	£275,000	£307,500	£313,500

10 years median price trend in Boscombe West

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Boscombe West

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