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Canford Heath East

England / South West / Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole / Canford Heath East

About

Canford Heath East is a residential area located in the northeastern part of Poole, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole conurbation. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced properties, and social housing. It is bordered by the larger Canford Heath nature reserve to the west, providing green space and walking trails for residents. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community centres, catering to everyday needs.

The area has good transport links, with major roads like the A3049 connecting it to Poole town centre and surrounding areas. Canford Heath East is primarily a family-oriented neighbourhood, with several parks and playgrounds scattered throughout. The nearby Tower Park leisure complex offers entertainment options, including a cinema and bowling alley. While the area is largely residential, it retains a quiet, suburban feel with easy access to both urban facilities and natural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Canford Heath East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Canford Heath East is £47,100 per year. There are 6 schools in Canford Heath East: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
6.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Canford Heath East Population
7,549
Population density
3,935.2 per km²

Demographics

British
6,813
90.24%
Other White
303
4.01%
Indian
123
1.63%
White and Asian (mixed)
45
0.6%
Other
34
0.45%
Total population: 7,550

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,133
37.1%
Owns outright
1,009
33.04%
Private landlord or letting agency
547
17.91%
Other social rented
270
8.84%
Other forms of private rent
44
1.44%
Total households: 3,054

Property prices in Canford Heath East

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Canford Heath East area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £1,040,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£380,000
Flats15£184,000
Semi-Detached19£335,000
Terraced31£275,000

10 years price trend in Canford Heath East

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Data Sources

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