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About

Parkstone is a residential area in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, known for its mix of suburban and semi-rural character. The area features a blend of Victorian and Edwardian houses, along with more modern developments. Ashley Cross, a popular part of Parkstone, has a selection of independent shops, cafes, and pubs, offering a local hub for residents. Poole Park, one of the largest green spaces in the area, provides walking routes, a lake, and sports facilities.

The area is well-connected, with good transport links to Poole town centre and Bournemouth. Branksome railway station offers direct services to London and other destinations. Parkstone also has several schools, making it a practical choice for families. The proximity to Sandbanks and Poole Harbour adds coastal appeal, with easy access to beaches and water activities. The area balances convenience with quieter, leafy streets, catering to a range of lifestyles.

Area overview

On average Parkstone has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Parkstone is £52,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Parkstone: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
3.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Parkstone Population
9,807
Population density
3,152.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,668
88.4%
Other White
476
4.85%
Other Asian
106
1.08%
Irish
90
0.92%
Other
79
0.81%
Total population: 9,805

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,952
42.11%
Owns with a mortgage
1,459
31.47%
Private landlord or letting agency
939
20.25%
Other social rented
112
2.42%
Other forms of private rent
91
1.96%
Total households: 4,636

Property prices in Parkstone

Based on 160 recent sales, the median property price is £445,000 in Parkstone area, with individual transactions ranging from £78,000 up to £4,000,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Parkstone 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 Parkstone over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached53£860,000
Flats73£232,500
Semi-Detached15£510,000
Terraced19£470,000

10 years median price trend in Parkstone

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

All postcodes in Parkstone

BH148JR

Lagoon Road

BH148JT

Lagoon Road

BH148PT

Compton Avenue

BH140DJ

Mansfield Road

BH140HF

Glen Road

BH148AX

Clarence Road

BH148DY

Daylesford Close

BH148EP

Elms Close

BH148LD

Lagado Close

BH148NF

Alington Close

BH148QB

Fairway Road

BH152QA

Parkstone Road

BH140AT

Mansfield Road

BH140DT

Pearson Avenue

BH140EB

Bournemouth Road

BH144GF

Bournemouth Road

BH148BX

Parkstone

BH148EH

Pearce Avenue

BH148FA

Waterford Close

BH148LT

Crichel Mount Road

BH148SG

Powell Road

BH140DL

Park Road

BH148AL

Twemlow Avenue

BH148BE

Approach Road

BH148DP

Castledene Crescent

BH148JU

Lilliput Road

BH148LB

Gulliver Close

BH148LE

Dean Swift Crescent

BH148LZ

Alington Close

BH148SF

Powell Road

BH148SZ

Highmoor Close

BH144FN

Bournemouth Road

BH148AH

Orchard Avenue

BH148HE

Austin Avenue

BH148HX

Anthony's Avenue

BH148JJ

Anthony's Avenue

BH148NB

Mount Grace Drive

BH148NR

Copeland Drive

BH148SA

Ardmore Road

BH148TG

Highmoor Close

BH140EJ

Bournemouth Road

BH148HD

Austin Avenue

BH140EY

Bournemouth Road

BH140HP

Glen Road

BH148AT

Wessex Road

BH148BB

Britannia Road

BH148EX

Elgin Road

BH148FP

Parkstone

BH148HU

Lilliput Road

BH148JH

Anthony's Avenue

BH148NS

Copeland Drive

BH148RA

Mill Lane

BH140BQ

Glen Road

BH144GL

Bournemouth Road

BH148BP

Parkstone

BH148DR

Selworthy Close

BH148TF

Alton Road

Data Sources

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