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Ferndown property & area guide

Ferndown

Ferndown has evolved from a sleepy village to a vibrant market town with the fifth-largest population in Dorset. It provides an array of outdoor activities as well as café culture and cosy eateries for those who enjoy life at a slower pace.

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What’s happening to property prices in Ferndown?

As of Oct 2022, The average price of the following property type is:

Detached house:
£566,407
Semi-detached house:
£371,873
Terraced house:
£297,602
Flats:
£226,579


Existing Properties up +15.7% as of Aug 2022 year on year


*Data sourced from the Land Registry https://landregistry.data.gov.uk

A brief history of Ferndown...

The history of Ferndown isn’t as well documented as some neighbouring areas. This is because the area was mostly covered in heathland until the early 1900s. Many of the residential areas of Ferndown today weren’t there around 100 years ago. Ferndown’s most recent history is that the village has grown over the last century into a large residential area, convenient for access to the whole area's amenities and for communters or visitors to the area, now boasting the largest inland population and surpassing Dorchester. This has been helped by the creation of two notable golf courses.

Property in Ferndown

The Ferndown property market is dominated by professionals, retirees and families wishing to take advantage of leafier surroundings while remaining close to major towns with employment opportunities in Bournemouth and Poole. As a characterful English town in Dorset steeped in history and littered with preserved buildings, much of the Ferndown property market is made up of beautiful semi-detached and detached properties. Yet, you can still find modern flats in the areas, including retirement flats for dwellers over 55.

Not only will you be able to find Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian homes here, but there are even some older Stuart period homes and Tudor homes that come onto the market. If you’re looking for a Dorset home that offers space and character, Ferndown is one of the go-to locations for your property search. That being said, there are still properties in the area that will tick the boxes of modern home seekers, including new developments and first-class renovated flats and houses.

Some of the most sought after areas where you’ll find the large executive homes are on Lone Pine Drive, Golf Links Road, Dudsbury Road, Chine Walk area and Beaufoys Ave area. Here you’ll find large period and modern homes with different sized gardens, all offering unmatched privacy and a personal Dorset oasis. Several small hamlets and villages located nearby offer the same style of impressive properties packed with charm. Two nearby locations with sought-after properties are Staplehill, Ashley Heath and West Parley. The former has the shortest high street in Britain at just 40 metres and the latter is a sublime village with tree-lined streets.

Considerations before you buy property in Ferndown

Speaking with a local estate agent is the best way to enter the Ferndown market. Local estate agents will save you time by providing insights that help narrow your search to the most suitable areas and streets. Not all estate agents only work for sellers. Our Ferndown estate agent team encourages buyers to get in touch so we can help everyone get the results they want in the market.

Schools, colleges and universities

Ferndown has both a linked primary school and secondary school with an attached sixth form. Primary school students have the option to attend Ferndown First, which has held a good Ofsted rating for many years. Ferndown Upper is the local secondary school and sixth form which also boasts a long-term good Ofsted rating. Students also have the opportunity of extending their education to the nearby Bournemouth and Poole College and Bournemouth University.

Transport

Ferndown provides easy commutes to other major towns on the coast and inland. The A31 connects Ferndown with western towns and villages such as Wimborne Minster. The A348 and some quieter roads are used to connect Ferndown with southern coastal towns, including Poole. The town is approximately 15-20 minutes from Bournemouth’s coast by car using direct minor roads.

For those who don’t drive, More Bus is the local bus service provider which runs regular services from Ferndown to many surrounding towns and villages, including Poole, Bournemouth and Ringwood. Taxi services also operate across the region.

Things to do in Ferndown

Activity seekers in Ferndown won’t be disappointed. The area is home to many cycling, hiking and walking trails weaving their way through natural beauty, including acres of protected heathland and woodland on Ferndown’s common’s,  beautiful walks around the lakes at Longham and easy access to both the Moors Valley country park, the Castleman Trailway, Slop Bog and King George Recreation Ground.

Ferndown attracts golfers throughout the year due to its two local golf courses, namely the renowned championship Ferndown Golf Club and Ferndown Forest Golf Course. More leisurely activities can be enjoyed in Ferndown, including a stroll around the town and visits to independent stores, a large selection of coffee shops and cosy pubs and restaurants and The Barrington Centre and Theate.

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Don’t hesitate to contact Hearnes for more information on how we will accurately value your property. Our team are on hand to fully explain our property valuation service so you know exactly what to expect.

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Do you have a question about how we’ll market and sell your property? Read on for answers to all your queries about our comprehensive service for sellers today. We guarantee 100% clarity from the outset.

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Latest info

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We write regular posts to share information on the world of property. Many of our posts provide real-time insights into local property trends. Take a look to find out more.

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Here at Hearnes, we have many happy clients. Read some of our reviews to see how we have helped buyers and sellers just like you.

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We have five branches, each dedicated to helping buyers and sellers in their local area. Find information, including contact details, for each of our branches here.

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Each of our branches has a dedicated and professional team ready to help buyers and sellers in their local area. Find out more about each of our team members here.

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