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Penn Hill

England / South West / Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole / Penn Hill

About

Penn Hill is a residential area in Poole, part of the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority. It is located near the border with Bournemouth, offering easy access to both towns. The ward features a mix of housing, including detached homes, semis, and some flats, catering to families and professionals. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing convenience for residents.

The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to Poole town centre and Bournemouth. Penn Hill also benefits from green spaces like Penn Hill Park, which offers recreational opportunities. The ward has a quiet, suburban feel while remaining close to urban facilities. Its proximity to the coast adds to its appeal, with beaches just a short drive away.

Area overview

On average Penn Hill has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Penn Hill is £54,096 per year. There are 3 schools in Penn Hill: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Social housing

4.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Penn Hill Population

11,544

Population density

4,550.8 per km²

Demographics

British

9,893

85.7%

Other White

695

6.02%

Other Asian

151

1.31%

White and Asian (mixed)

105

0.91%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

105

0.91%

Total population: 11,544

Housing

Owns outright

1,876

37.31%

Owns with a mortgage

1,734

34.49%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,102

21.92%

Other social rented

158

3.14%

Other forms of private rent

1.77%

Total households: 5,028

Property prices in Penn Hill

Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £467,500 in Penn Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £118,000 up to £2,795,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	70	£700,000	£392,171	£547,750	£961,250	£1,618,500
Flats	44	£272,250	£153,225	£226,250	£333,125	£538,000
Semi-Detached	18	£466,250	£356,775	£404,500	£562,500	£930,800
Terraced	14	£369,000	£284,050	£345,688	£407,188	£459,850

10 years price trend in Penn Hill

All postcodes in Penn Hill

BH149AE

Alipore Close

BH149FA

Penn Hill Avenue

BH149ED

Langdon Road

BH149EF

Bournemouth Road

BH149EQ

Langdon Road

BH149NL

Birch Close

BH148NX

Belle Vue Road

BH149HL

Courthill Road

BH149HZ

Bournemouth Road

BH149JS

St Osmund's Road

BH149PH

Spur Hill Avenue

BH149PU

Munster Road

BH140BZ

Katie Close

BH148JU

Lilliput Road

BH148LE

Dean Swift Crescent

BH148SP

Alton Road

BH149LJ

Gleneagles Avenue

BH148SZ

Highmoor Close

BH148TP

Durrant Road

BH148TT

Excelsior Road

BH149AL

Becher Road

BH149AT

Vale Road

BH149HU

Bournemouth Road

BH149QQ

Kings Avenue

BH137AB

Boulnois Avenue

BH140DD

Mansfield Road

BH148HE

Austin Avenue

BH148JJ

Anthony's Avenue

BH148PA

Glengariff Road

BH148TG

Highmoor Close

BH149AJ

Vale Road

BH149NS

Alipore Close

BH148HD

Austin Avenue

BH148HU

Lilliput Road

BH148JH

Anthony's Avenue

BH148RD

Broadwater Avenue

BH149AY

Archway Road

BH149BA

North Lodge Road

BH149JF

Florence Road

BH149NP

Alipore Close

BH140BH

Katie Close

BH148QQ

Potters Way

BH149BE

Archway Road

BH149BL

Vale Road

BH149EP

Alexandra Road

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Data Sources

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

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