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Ferndown South

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About

Ferndown South is a residential ward located in the town of Ferndown, Dorset. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. It features several local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. The ward is bordered by green spaces, such as Ferndown Common, providing opportunities for outdoor activities.

The area is well-connected by road, with the A31 running nearby, offering easy access to Bournemouth and Poole. Public transport links include bus services, though the ward lacks a railway station. Ferndown South has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local events often held at the Ferndown Leisure Centre. The ward’s population is predominantly families and retirees, reflecting its stable, residential character.

Area overview

On average Ferndown South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ferndown South is £49,495 per year. There are 1 schools in Ferndown South: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
9.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ferndown South Population
8,805
Population density
980 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,178
92.85%
Other White
266
3.02%
Irish
48
0.54%
Bangladeshi
45
0.51%
White and Asian (mixed)
44
0.5%
Total population: 8,808

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,919
50.77%
Owns with a mortgage
990
26.19%
Other social rented
393
10.4%
Private landlord or letting agency
332
8.78%
Other forms of private rent
64
1.69%
Total households: 3,780

Property prices in Ferndown South

Based on 133 recent sales, the median property price is £410,000 in Ferndown South area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,630,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ferndown South in the 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 Ferndown South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached72£507,500
Flats31£225,000
Semi-Detached8£353,000
Terraced22£303,500

10 years median price trend in Ferndown South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ferndown South.

All postcodes in Ferndown South

BH228DD

Pringles Close

BH228LG

Everdene Close

BH228QX

Darley Road

BH228XQ

Barns Road

BH229AX

Parley & Hampreston

BH229EA

St Just Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.