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Ferndown Town

About

Ferndown is a town in Dorset, located about 6 miles north of Bournemouth. It sits on the edge of the New Forest and is known for its mix of residential areas, green spaces, and local amenities. The town has a range of shops, cafes, and leisure facilities, catering to both residents and visitors. The River Stour runs nearby, adding to the area's natural appeal.

Ferndown is surrounded by heathland and woodland, including the Ferndown Common nature reserve, which offers walking and wildlife spotting opportunities. The town has good transport links, with easy access to the A31 and proximity to Bournemouth Airport. Golf is popular here, with several courses in the area. Ferndown maintains a balance between suburban convenience and countryside surroundings.

Area overview

On average Ferndown Town has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ferndown Town is £41,400 per year.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ferndown Town Population

7,792

Population density

2,036.9 per km²

Demographics

British

7,145

91.68%

Other White

231

2.96%

Bangladeshi

0.74%

Irish

0.65%

Other Asian

0.55%

Total population: 7,793

Housing

Owns outright

1,957

53.35%

Owns with a mortgage

734

20.01%

Private landlord or letting agency

425

11.59%

Other social rented

419

11.42%

Other forms of private rent

1.83%

Total households: 3,668

Property prices in Ferndown Town

Based on 143 recent sales, the median property price is £405,000 in Ferndown Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £1,630,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Town over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	79	£525,000	£369,300	£444,000	£610,250	£721,500
Flats	43	£225,000	£60,750	£102,500	£270,000	£361,150
Semi-Detached	8	£325,000	£232,450	£266,500	£395,000	£468,500
Terraced	13	£287,500	£148,000	£237,500	£295,000	£307,200

10 years median price trend in Ferndown Town

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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