At a glance
Bournemouth is a city in Dorset, South West with a population of 196,132. The average house price is £347,991 and the overall crime rate is 56.9 per 1,000 residents.
Where Bournemouth ranks
Population
196,132
Avg House Price
£347,991
Crime Rate
56.9/1k
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
96.6%
Avg Download Speed
415 Mbps
EPC Rating
C
Median Income
£30,213
Median Age
45.5
House Prices (2025)
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Bournemouth's detached homes (£505,842) command roughly 2.4× the price of a flat (£214,865).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Bournemouth prices have risen 34% over the last 9 years (£259,659 → £347,991).
| Property Type | Average | Median | Sales Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £505,842 | £455,000 | 829 |
| Semi-Detached | £345,234 | £330,000 | 323 |
| Terraced | £291,993 | £285,000 | 219 |
| Flat | £214,865 | £198,000 | 1100 |
Crime & safety
The overall crime rate in Bournemouth is 56.9 per 1,000 residents.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Most common offence in Bournemouth: violent crime (39% of all recorded crimes).
Schools & Education
School Inspection Breakdown
96.6% of 39 schools (27 primary, 12 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
School Details
| Total Schools | 39 |
| Primary | 27 |
| Secondary | 12 |
| % Top two bands | 96.6% |
Schools in this area
| School | Phase | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Avonbourne Boys' Academy | Secondary | Outstanding |
| Avonbourne Girls Academy | Secondary | Good |
| Avonwood Primary School | Primary | Outstanding |
| Bethany Church of England Junior School | Primary | Good |
| Bournemouth School | Secondary | Outstanding |
| Bournemouth School for Girls | Secondary | Outstanding |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School | Primary | No rating available |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School | Primary | No rating available |
| Elm Academy | Primary | No rating available |
| Glenmoor Academy | Secondary | No rating available |
| Heathlands Primary Academy | Primary | Good |
| Hill View Primary Academy | Primary | Good |
| Jewell Academy Bournemouth | Primary | No rating available |
| King's Park Academy | Primary | Good |
| Kingsleigh Primary School | Primary | Good |
| Kinson Academy | Primary | Good |
| LeAF Studio | Secondary | No rating available |
| Livingstone Academy Bournemouth | Secondary | Good |
| Malmesbury Park Primary School | Primary | Good |
| Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School | Primary | Good |
| Muscliff Primary School | Primary | Good |
| Oak Academy | Secondary | No rating available |
| Pokesdown Community Primary School | Primary | Good |
| Queen's Park Academy | Primary | No rating available |
| Queen's Park Infant Academy | Primary | Good |
| St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School | Primary | Good |
| St James' Church of England Primary Academy | Primary | Good |
| St Katharine's Church of England Primary School | Primary | Outstanding |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School | Primary | Requires improvement |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School | Primary | No rating available |
| St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School | Secondary | Good |
| St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School | Primary | Good |
| Stourfield Infant School | Primary | Good |
| Stourfield Junior School | Primary | No rating available |
| The Bishop of Winchester Academy | Secondary | Good |
| The Bourne Academy | Secondary | Good |
| The Epiphany School | Primary | Good |
| Winton Academy | Secondary | Outstanding |
| Winton Primary School | Primary | Good |
Broadband & Connectivity
Bournemouth averages 415 Mbps — 315% above the typical UK download speed.
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Most Bournemouth homes sit at band C on the EPC scale. 63% of homes reach band C or above.
| Average EPC Rating | C |
| Average EPC Score | 69.8 |
| % Rated C or Above | 63% |
| Avg Energy Cost (per year) | £1,117 |
Demographics & Economy
| Population | 196,132 |
| Median Age | 45.5 |
| Median Household Income | £30,213 |
| Employment Rate | 55.5% |
| Owner Occupied | 62.8% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 32.1% |
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Bournemouth?
The average house price in Bournemouth is £347,991 based on Land Registry sales in 2025.
What is the cheapest type of property to buy in Bournemouth?
The most affordable entry point in Bournemouth is a flat, with an average price of £214,865.
Is Bournemouth a safe place to live?
Bournemouth has a recorded crime rate of 56.9 per 1,000 residents. Whether that feels "safe" depends on the comparison — see how it stacks up against nearby towns in the rankings below.
How are the schools in Bournemouth?
Bournemouth has 39 schools in total, with 96.6% rated in the top two inspection bands by the relevant inspectorate.
What broadband speeds are available in Bournemouth?
Average broadband download speeds in Bournemouth are around 415 Mbps. Superfast (30 Mbps+) coverage reaches 98.4% of premises.
How big is Bournemouth?
Bournemouth is a settlement in Dorset with a population of approximately 196,132.
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How does Bournemouth stack up against its neighbours?
Ashley Heath
vsBournemouth
- House price
- £704,532 · £347,991
- Crime rate
- 44.8 · 56.9
- Distance
- 6.8 mi
Ashley (New Forest)
vsBournemouth
- House price
- £559,657 · £347,991
- Crime rate
- 54.6 · 56.9
- Distance
- 10.3 mi
Barton on Sea
vsBournemouth
- House price
- £479,998 · £347,991
- Crime rate
- 54.4 · 56.9
- Distance
- 8.7 mi
Bearwood
vsBournemouth
- House price
- £292,602 · £347,991
- Crime rate
- 56.6 · 56.9
- Distance
- 3.7 mi
Bournemouth
vsBransgore
- House price
- £347,991 · £522,469
- Crime rate
- 56.9 · 54.5
- Distance
- 6.5 mi
Bournemouth
vsBrockenhurst
- House price
- £347,991 · £1,030,243
- Crime rate
- 56.9 · 54.2
- Distance
- 13.8 mi