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Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks

England / South West / Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole / Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks

About

Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs, and Sandbanks form an exclusive coastal area in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. The neighbourhoods are known for their proximity to sandy beaches and the sheltered waters of Poole Harbour. Tree-lined roads and large detached homes characterise the area, with many properties offering views of the sea or green spaces. The location provides easy access to water sports, sailing, and coastal walks along the Jurassic Coast.

Sandbanks is a narrow peninsula with some of the highest property values in the UK, while Canford Cliffs features cliff-top homes and the nearby Branksome Chine beach. Branksome Park includes woodland areas and the historic Branksome Dene Chine. The area has a selection of cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops, alongside good transport links to Poole and Bournemouth town centres. The chain ferry connects Sandbanks to Studland, providing a shortcut to the Isle of Purbeck.

Area overview

On average Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 64 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks is £53,200 per year.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
64
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
2.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks Population
8,540
Population density
1,622.7 per km²

Demographics

British
7,393
86.56%
Other White
505
5.91%
Irish
111
1.3%
Other Asian
81
0.95%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
69
0.81%
Total population: 8,541

Housing

Owns outright
2,467
57.07%
Owns with a mortgage
853
19.73%
Private landlord or letting agency
778
18%
Other forms of private rent
117
2.71%
Other social rented
75
1.73%
Total households: 4,323

Property prices in Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks

Based on 193 recent sales, the median property price is £500,000 in Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks area, with individual transactions ranging from £103,000 up to £15,280,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached33£1,630,000
Flats145£380,000
Semi-Detached7£792,500
Terraced8£700,000

10 years price trend in Branksome Park, Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.