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Bournemouth Central

About

Bournemouth Central ward is located in the heart of Bournemouth, part of the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority. The area includes the town centre, known for its retail and hospitality offerings, as well as the Lower Gardens and seafront. It serves as a hub for shopping, dining, and leisure, with attractions like the Bournemouth International Centre and the Pavilion Theatre.

The ward is densely populated, with a mix of residential properties, student accommodations, and commercial spaces. Public transport links are well-developed, with bus routes connecting to surrounding areas. The beach and cliffs are key natural features, drawing visitors year-round. Housing ranges from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, catering to a varied demographic.

Area overview

On average Bournemouth Central has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 361 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bournemouth Central is £42,945 per year. There are 1 schools in Bournemouth Central: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

361

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bournemouth Central Population

16,220

Population density

6,961.2 per km²

Demographics

British

9,279

57.21%

Other White

3,159

19.48%

Indian

615

3.79%

Other

421

2.6%

Other Asian

394

2.43%

Total population: 16,220

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

3,484

55.42%

Owns outright

1,097

17.45%

Owns with a mortgage

935

14.87%

Other social rented

378

6.01%

Other forms of private rent

183

2.91%

Total households: 6,287

Property prices in Bournemouth Central

Based on 154 recent sales, the median property price is £197,500 in Bournemouth Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,600,000.

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 Bournemouth Central over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£995,000	£752,000	£860,000	£1,022,500	£1,044,500
Flats	147	£195,000	£80,000	£142,500	£242,500	£404,000
Semi-Detached	1	£860,000	£860,000	£860,000	£860,000	£860,000
Terraced	3	£252,000	£205,200	£226,000	£288,500	£317,700

10 years median price trend in Bournemouth Central

Data Sources

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

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

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