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Poole property & area guide

Poole

Poole is a quaint coastal town uniquely positioned between Blue Flag beaches and a wealth of natural beauty. Very few UK locations offer the seaside lifestyle that Poole affords to its locals and holidaymakers.

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What’s happening to property prices in Poole?

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

Detached house:
£610,172
Semi-detached house:
£290,801
Terraced house:
£318,661
Flats:
£226,579


Existing Properties up +14.1% as of Aug 2022 year on year


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

A brief history of Poole...

Poole’s name has its roots in the Celtic word Bol, which means a place near a creek or water. It has been inhabited for over 2,500 years and has been home to Celts, the Romans, Anglo-Saxons and the Normans – among others. The area has always played an important role in commerce due to its historic harbour, especially as a trading route to North America. It experienced long periods of prosperity but the port was overtaken by other UK ports with deep-water harbours which could accommodate growing ship sizes, which Poole could not. Poole also played an instrumental role in World War II, especially as a base and embarkment point for armed forces heading to France on D-Day.

Property in Poole

The Poole property market boasts a wide selection of property types, ranging from small studios and flats to large period homes and everything in between. There is a diverse range of housing in Poole, properties for single professionals, couples, families, retirees, students enrolled at the nearby university and a thriving holiday property market. The array of properties available has attracted buyers of all types and budgets. Whether you’re looking to put down your roots or add to your portfolio, there are certainly opportunities in the Poole market.

Specifically, you’ll usually find a wide selection of period homes in Poole, including Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian properties with bags of character and iconic features. These period homes typically offer wonderful internal and external space, which attracts families looking to climb the property ladder or secure their forever home. You’ll also find older properties that have been given a modern twist through independent high-quality renovations, as well as new build flats and housing developments. Some of the local period homes have been remodelled by investors to create in-demand flats with tall ceilings and more space. There are many modern developments with excellent local facilities and access routes, and of course some of the finest contemporary superhomes on the south coast as well as substantial modern homes built in more traditional styles. The area really does offer something for everyone.

Several areas are of peak interest among buyers, including but not limited to Upton, Canford Heath, Hamworthy, Longfleet, Oakdale and Parkstone. The latter is a highly-desired property location for families and professionals looking to settle in Poole. Those wishing to purchase a holiday-let property should focus their search on properties close to the coastline, either on or nearby to The Quay Road and Poole’s historic harbour, which is only second to Sydney as the largest natural harbour in the world.

Considerations before you buy property in Poole

Before you enter the Poole property market you should make yourself aware of local market trends and areas within Poole that meet your needs. This is best achieved by speaking with one of our local Poole estate agents. The best Poole estate agents don’t just work for sellers; they’re on hand to provide insights for buyers too. Hearnes Poole is always on hand to help buyers.

Schools, colleges and universities

Poole boasts a variety of primary and secondary schools with good or outstanding Ofsted ratings. Lilliput First School, Courthill Infant School, Longfleet Primary School and Baden Powell Junior School are all highly desired in the area. Poole Grammar for Boys, Parkstone Grammar for Girls, QE, Poole High School are some of the most popular secondary schools just to name a few.  The area also has an excellent selection of Private sector schools for all ages, for example Bouremouth Collegiate School, Canford School, Yarrells, Castle Court, Dumpton plus many others.

There are plenty of higher education study options in the local area. The Bournemouth and Poole College offers a selection of professional courses and apprenticeships. Furthermore, Bournemouth University is very much present in Poole with the campus situated in Poole itself.

Transport

Poole has a seamless and convenient transport network to assist locals travelling to work or further afield. Local roads are well designed to enable efficient travelling within Poole and surrounding areas, including main arterial roads heading to other coastal towns and up to London. Regular and reliable bus services are operational throughout Poole and join neighbouring Bournemouth. The local council has also updated cyclist routes to help make cycling across the region safer and more accessible.

If you’re travelling out of town, you can utilise Poole Train Station which is predominantly serviced by South Western Railway trains and links to further national and international train services. National Express buses also stop in Poole, which can offer a leisurely and cost-effective way to reach other corners of the UK. Poole is within a short distance of Bournemouth Airport with local and international routes to popular destinations operated by TUI and Ryanair. Last but not least, Poole Port makes travelling to the continent even easier with regular ferry services.

Things to do in Poole

Poole Harbour is arguably the most famous landmark in Poole. The harbour is home to a selection of excellent restaurants, water sports activities and areas to sit with a picnic and enjoy the sea views.

From the harbour, you can take a ferry to beautiful Brownsea Island, owned by the National Trust. The island offers a day or more adventuring to see natural habitats and wildlife, as well as a lagoon and uninterrupted views across the mainland and the Purbeck Hills. The island even has its own campsite so you can enjoy this area of outstanding natural beauty from under the stars.

There are many areas of natural beauty around the Borough of Poole including the award winning Poole Bay beaches, Poole Park and many other parkland areas worth investigating.

For less nature and more culture, Poole Museum offers plenty to see and learn about the local area, including the infamous harbour. The museum is joined to a beautiful herb garden worthy of a stroll before or after your visit. Poole museum remains free and is ideal for a family day out.

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Please view our current listings. Alternatively, get in touch if you don’t see any listings that match your criteria. We provide expert guidance to support your property search.

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What's your property worth?

What's your property worth?

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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Marketing your property

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

Latest info

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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Our reviews

Our reviews

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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View our branches

View our branches

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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Meet our team

Meet our team

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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Where service counts

Where service counts

Here at Hearnes, we are a people business operating within the property sector. We are all about service and going the extra mile to ensure our clients get the home they want as smoothly as possible.

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Contact us

Contact us

We're always happy to help. Whether you are looking to sell your home, buy a new one, or just want to chat with someone about how we can help with a stage in the process, get in touch, and we'll see what we can do!

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Search for your next property

Search for your next property

Please view our current listings. Alternatively, get in touch if you don’t see any listings that match your criteria. We provide expert guidance to support your property search.

Photo of a river

What's your property worth?

What's your property worth?

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.

Aerial photo of Badbury Rings

Marketing your property

Marketing your property

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.

Photo of a bench overlooking a river

Latest info

Latest info

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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Our reviews

Our reviews

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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View our branches

View our branches

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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Meet our team

Meet our team

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.

Aerial photo of Blue Lagoon, Lilliput, Poole

Where service counts

Where service counts

Here at Hearnes, we are a people business operating within the property sector. We are all about service and going the extra mile to ensure our clients get the home they want as smoothly as possible.

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Contact us

Contact us

We're always happy to help. Whether you are looking to sell your home, buy a new one, or just want to chat with someone about how we can help with a stage in the process, get in touch, and we'll see what we can do!