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Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

About

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole form a coastal district in South West England, known for its mix of urban and natural landscapes. The area includes Bournemouth's sandy beaches and pier, Poole's large natural harbour, and Christchurch's historic priory and riverside setting. The district combines seaside tourism with residential areas and business hubs.

The region features green spaces like the New Forest National Park nearby and the South West Coast Path running through it. Poole Harbour, one of the largest natural harbours in the world, supports boating and wildlife. Local transport links connect the towns, while Bournemouth Airport provides regional and international flights. The area balances coastal attractions with everyday living.

Area overview

On average Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is £46,812 per year. There are 117 schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole: 68 primary (6 Outstanding and 56 Good) and 23 secondary (7 Outstanding and 13 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Population

400,196

Population density

2,469.2 per km²

Demographics

British

329,609

82.36%

Other White

31,937

7.98%

Indian

4,678

1.17%

Other Asian

4,489

1.12%

Other

4,437

1.11%

Total population: 400,195

Housing

Owns outright

59,736

34.36%

Owns with a mortgage

49,485

28.47%

Private landlord or letting agency

40,460

23.27%

Other social rented

10,238

5.89%

Social rents from council

8,864

5.1%

Total households: 173,842

Property prices in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Based on 5,247 recent sales, the median property price is £340,000 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £5,300,000.

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, Christchurch and Poole over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2,009	£475,000	£295,000	£380,000	£635,000	£1,043,000
Flats	1,789	£220,000	£102,200	£171,500	£278,000	£500,000
Semi-Detached	801	£342,300	£260,000	£310,000	£395,000	£560,000
Terraced	648	£305,000	£220,000	£272,000	£351,250	£496,468

10 years median price trend in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

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

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