Littledown & Iford is a residential ward in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, located to the northeast of Bournemouth town centre. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. Littledown Park, a large green space with sports facilities, is a key feature of the ward. The nearby River Stour runs along the eastern edge, providing natural boundaries and walking routes.
The ward includes the Littledown and Iford neighbourhoods, with Iford Lane serving as a main thoroughfare. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community centres, catering to families and older residents. Public transport links connect the area to Bournemouth and surrounding districts. The ward has a quiet, settled character, with a focus on residential living rather than commercial activity.
On average Littledown & Iford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Littledown & Iford is £55,925 per year. There are 5 schools in Littledown & Iford: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £485,000 in Littledown & Iford area, with individual transactions ranging from £179,500 up to £885,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 79 | £545,000 |
| Flats | 23 | £241,250 |
| Semi-Detached | 16 | £400,000 |
| Terraced | 2 | £590,000 |
10 years price trend in Littledown & Iford
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Littledown Drive
BH77AX
Gainsborough Road
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Trentham Avenue
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Bartlett Drive
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Droxford Road
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Southwick Road
BH65RG
Christchurch Road
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Harewood Avenue
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College Drive
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Water Lane
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King's Park Drive
BH77AS
Littledown Avenue
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Tan Howse Close
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Shepherds Way
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Countess Gardens
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Christchurch Road
BH65PG
Warnford Road
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Christchurch Road
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Harewood Avenue
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Harewood Avenue
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Petersfield Road
BH76SW
Castle Lane East
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William Road
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Deansleigh Road
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Summerfields
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Burns Road
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Lascelles Road
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Durrington Road
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Ropley Road
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Holmfield Avenue
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Castle Lane East
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Castle Lane East
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Hambledon Road
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Southwick Road
BH65PY
Clingan Road
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Christchurch Road
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Christchurch Road
BH76NE
King's Park Drive
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Waltham Road
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Waltham Road
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Meon Road
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Harewood Avenue
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Riverside Avenue
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Cowell Drive
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Exton Road
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Denmead Road
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Iford Lane
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Christchurch Road
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Meon Road
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Bishops Close
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Littledown Drive
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Cowell Drive
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.