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Moordown

England / South West / Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole / Moordown

About

Moordown is a residential ward located in the northern part of Bournemouth, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Moordown is known for its quiet streets and green spaces, including Kinson Common, which offers walking paths and open areas for recreation.

The ward has local amenities such as shops, cafes, and pubs along Wimborne Road, serving the community’s daily needs. Moordown is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to Bournemouth town centre and surrounding areas. The area also has several schools, making it a practical choice for families. While largely residential, Moordown maintains a sense of community with occasional local events and activities.

Area overview

On average Moordown has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Moordown is £50,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Moordown: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
4.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Moordown Population
10,526
Population density
6,521.3 per km²

Demographics

British
8,638
82.09%
Other White
637
6.05%
Indian
170
1.62%
Other
164
1.56%
Other Asian
162
1.54%
Total population: 10,523

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,715
42.07%
Owns outright
1,259
30.88%
Private landlord or letting agency
822
20.16%
Social rents from council
120
2.94%
Other social rented
84
2.06%
Total households: 4,077

Property prices in Moordown

Based on 110 recent sales, the median property price is £355,000 in Moordown area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £635,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached60£395,000
Flats29£180,000
Semi-Detached20£337,500
Terraced1£332,000

10 years price trend in Moordown

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Data Sources

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