Christchurch Town

Christchurch Town ward covers the historic core of Christchurch, centred around the Priory Church and Quay. The area is defined by the confluence of the Rivers Avon and Stour, with the harbour providing a focal point for boating and riverside walks. Residential streets radiate from the commercial heart along Saxon Square and the High Street, blending older properties with more modern developments. The ward's layout is shaped by its waterways and the open spaces of the Quomps and Christchurch Quay.

The imposing Christchurch Priory, a Norman church with medieval alterations, dominates the skyline. Its presence anchors the ward's character, with the adjacent Priory Gardens and ruins of the Norman castle providing green space. Local economy revolves around independent shops, cafes, and the tourist activity generated by the harbour and historic sites. The unique twice-daily phenomenon of the Runny Tide, a tidal bore on the River Stour, is observed here.