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About

Rossmore is a residential area located in the eastern part of Poole, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole unitary authority. The area is primarily known for its quiet, suburban atmosphere, with a mix of housing including detached homes, terraced properties, and some social housing. Rossmore is situated close to key transport links, including the A35 and A3049, providing easy access to Poole town centre and Bournemouth.

The area features local amenities such as Rossmore Community Centre, which hosts events and activities, and several green spaces including Rossmore Park. Nearby schools, such as Rossmore Primary School, cater to families in the area. While Rossmore lacks a high street, residents rely on nearby Broadstone and Poole for shopping and leisure options. The area offers a practical, affordable living option within the wider conurbation.

Area overview

On average Rossmore has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 82 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rossmore is £42,900 per year. There are 7 schools in Rossmore: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
82
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
14.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rossmore Population
10,404
Population density
3,907.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,712
83.75%
Other White
878
8.44%
Indian
91
0.87%
Other Asian
90
0.87%
Other
82
0.79%
Total population: 10,402

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,337
32.08%
Owns with a mortgage
1,330
31.91%
Private landlord or letting agency
590
14.16%
Social rents from council
575
13.8%
Other social rented
235
5.64%
Total households: 4,168

Property prices in Rossmore

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £312,500 in Rossmore area, with individual transactions ranging from £145,000 up to £660,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Rossmore 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 Rossmore over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached43£357,000
Flats6£192,500
Semi-Detached34£307,500
Terraced19£265,000

10 years median price trend in Rossmore

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

Data Sources

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