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Canford Cliffs

England / South West / Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole / Canford Cliffs

About

Canford Cliffs is a coastal ward in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, known for its upscale residential areas and scenic views. The ward includes the clifftop area overlooking Poole Bay, with easy access to sandy beaches like Branksome Chine and Canford Cliffs Beach. The neighbourhood features a mix of detached homes, leafy streets, and green spaces such as the nearby Poole Park.

The area has a range of local amenities, including independent shops, cafes, and restaurants along Haven Road and Canford Cliffs Road. It is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking to Poole and Bournemouth town centres. The ward also includes part of the Poole Harbour coastline, offering opportunities for water sports and leisure activities.

Area overview

On average Canford Cliffs has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Canford Cliffs is £53,216 per year.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
1.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Canford Cliffs Population
9,369
Population density
1,475.5 per km²

Demographics

British
8,208
87.62%
Other White
499
5.33%
Irish
125
1.33%
Other Asian
78
0.83%
White and Asian (mixed)
68
0.73%
Total population: 9,368

Housing

Owns outright
2,769
58.91%
Owns with a mortgage
981
20.87%
Private landlord or letting agency
743
15.81%
Other forms of private rent
112
2.38%
Other social rented
62
1.32%
Total households: 4,700

Property prices in Canford Cliffs

Based on 207 recent sales, the median property price is £530,000 in Canford Cliffs 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
Detached45£1,400,000
Flats146£390,000
Semi-Detached7£792,500
Terraced9£685,000

10 years price trend in Canford Cliffs

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Data Sources

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