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Bournemouth (BH)

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Living in Bournemouth (BH)

Bournemouth (BH) has crime levels below the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, multiple rail stations serve the area, recent local sales data is available, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

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Quick answers about living in Bournemouth (BH)

Is Bournemouth (BH) a good place to live?

Bournemouth (BH) has crime levels below the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and rail stations serving the area.

Are there good schools in Bournemouth (BH)?

Yes. 25 schools within 2 mi — 2 Outstanding, 12 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Bournemouth (BH)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Below England average (64 vs 81 per 1,000)
school Schools 25 schools within 2 mi — 2 Outstanding, 12 Good (Ofsted)
SchoolTypeOfstedDistance
About Ofsted inspection information: Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary Not rated 0.7 mi
Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Not rated 0.9 mi
Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.9 mi
Heatherlands Primary School Primary Good 1.2 mi
Courthill Infant School Primary Good 1.4 mi
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole Primary Good 1.4 mi
The Arts Institute At Bournemouth 16 plus Not rated 1.5 mi
Talbot Primary School Primary Good 1.6 mi
Livingstone Academy Bournemouth All-through Good 1.6 mi
Lilliput Church of England Infant School Primary Good 1.8 mi
Lilliput Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School Primary Not rated 1.8 mi
St Mark's Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Not rated 1.8 mi
St Mark's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.8 mi
Winton Arts and Media College Secondary Not rated 1.9 mi
Winton Academy Secondary Outstanding 1.9 mi
St Aldhelm's Academy Secondary Good 2.0 mi
Rossmore Community College Secondary Not rated 2.0 mi
Glenmoor School Secondary Not rated 2.0 mi
Glenmoor Academy Secondary Outstanding 2.0 mi
Livingstone Road Infant School Primary Good 2.0 mi
Sylvan Infant School Primary Not rated 2.0 mi
Baden-Powell and St Peter's Church of England Junior School Primary Good 2.0 mi
Baden Powell County Middle School Middle deemed primary Not rated 2.0 mi
Livingstone Road Junior School Primary Good 2.0 mi
Branksome Heath Junior School Middle deemed primary Not rated 2.0 mi
directions_railway Transport 3 rail stations within 2 miles of the area centre
StationDistance
Branksome Rail Station 0.8 mi
Bournemouth Rail Station 1.8 mi
Parkstone (Dorset) Rail Station 1.9 mi
water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail
volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations
air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 6.0 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street
payments House prices Median sold price (12 mo): £345,000 across 3,154 sales
local_hospital Healthcare 20 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach
NameTypeDistance
WESTBOURNE MEDICAL CENTRE GP Surgery 0.2 mi
WESTBOURNE MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2 GP Surgery 0.2 mi
WESTBOURNE MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE GP Surgery 0.2 mi
POOLE ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE GP Surgery 0.5 mi
HAVEN MEDICAL GP Surgery 1.3 mi
HEATHERVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2 GP Surgery 1.4 mi
HEATHERVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE GP Surgery 1.4 mi
HEATHERVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE GP Surgery 1.4 mi
VILLAGE SURGERY GP Surgery 1.4 mi
WE ARE WITH YOU IN BCP GP Surgery 1.5 mi
STUDENT MEDICAL CENTRE GP Surgery 1.6 mi
BANKS MEDICAL CENTRE GP Surgery 1.7 mi
THE BANKS & BEARWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE GP Surgery 1.7 mi
ST PAUL'S HOSTEL GP Surgery 1.7 mi
SHORE PHARMACY GP Surgery 1.7 mi
SHORE MEDICAL GP Surgery 1.7 mi
THE PANTON PRACTICE GP Surgery 1.9 mi
TALBOT MEDICAL CENTRE GP Surgery 1.9 mi
TALBOT MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2 GP Surgery 1.9 mi
TALBOT MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE GP Surgery 1.9 mi
POOLE HOSPITAL A&E Hospital 3.0 mi
ROYAL BOURNEMOUTH HOSPITAL A&E Hospital 4.1 mi

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What is crime like in Bournemouth (BH)?

Crime levels in Bournemouth (BH) are below the England average (64 vs 81 per 1,000).

Are there good schools near Bournemouth (BH)?

There are 25 schools within 2 miles of Bournemouth (BH), including 2 Outstanding and 12 Good schools.

How good is the transport in Bournemouth (BH)?

Bournemouth (BH) has 3 rail stations within 2 miles of the area centre.

What are house prices like in Bournemouth (BH)?

The median sold price in Bournemouth (BH) over the past 12 months is £345,000, based on 3,154 sales.

Is Bournemouth (BH) at risk of flooding?

Flood risk is generally low across much of the area. Check GOV.UK for street-level flood risk.

Is there train noise in Bournemouth (BH)?

Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines in Bournemouth (BH). Use the noise map to check specific locations.

What is the air quality like in Bournemouth (BH)?

Air quality in Bournemouth (BH) is rated good (PM2.5: 6.0 µg/m³). Conditions can vary from street to street.

Is there good healthcare access in Bournemouth (BH)?

Bournemouth (BH) has 20 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach.

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