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Wimborne property & area guide

Wimborne

Wimborne Minster is an enchanting market town that has attracted some of the UK’s finest musicians, writers and academics and has even featured in some well-known novels. It offers a tranquil and peaceful lifestyle while remaining an easy commute to the busier coast, yet offers a bustling market town centre and excellent schooling.

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What’s happening to property prices in Wimborne?

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:
£199,467


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 Wimborne...

Wimborne Minster has been inhabited for centuries and evidence of its previous inhabitants can still be seen today in the local architecture. The market town has one of the most prominent collections of 15th and 16th-century architecture across the whole of Dorset. Local planning restrictions are in place to ensure the preservation of these buildings. However, the most notable local building is Wimborne Minister Church, a Saxon-built church with iconic gothic architecture. The church houses the graves of some important people in history, including Alfred the Great’s brother, King Ethelred, and the maternal grandparents of Henry VII. Some recent town traditions include a folk festival which began in 1980, and a record for the longest firework display in Dorset on bonfire night since 2014.

Property in Wimborne

Wimborne Minster and surrounding locations offer a beautiful range of properties for sale. The local market is made up of characterful properties that have been persevered for decades if not centuries, including period homes and cottages and a variety of modern properties that have been built since WW2 with much development continuing today. Due to the abundance of period homes in the area – including Tudor, Stuart, Victorian and Georgian properties – the market has various options for people wanting more space. Properties in the surrounding area are big on character and big in size, often providing ample outdoor space with at least half an acre. Some of these most sought-after properties in Wimborne can be found on Greenhill Lane, Arrowsmith Road and Rowlands Hill.

Wimborne properties attract a wide variety of buyers, including young professionals and families who work in nearby Bournemouth, Poole and Southampton which are all a relatively easy commute away. Investors dip into the Wimborne market to find properties that can be improved and listed on the rental market or re-sold.

Considerations before you buy property in Wimborne

Speak with one of our Wimborne estate agent team before you begin your property search. A local expert can help you consider different areas within your preferred area and support you in finding suitable properties. By getting a local estate agent involved, you could save valuable time and may even avoid missing out on the perfect property. Hearnes Wimborne is on hand to support all types of buyers.

Schools, colleges and universities

There is an abundance of primary schools and nurseries in the local area with good Ofsted ratings. Some of them include Wimborne First School and St John Church of England First School. Secondary Schools and Sixth Forms can also be found, either on the outskirts of the village or in nearby areas, including Queen Elizabeth School and Sixth Form. Further education can also be accessed from the nearby Bournemouth and Poole College. The town is ideally located for access to some of the area’s finest private schools for all ages, including Castle Court School, Dumpton School, Canford School and Bryanston School.

Transport

Wimborne is well-connected to surrounding major towns, enabling smooth commutes for locals who work in nearby urban areas. The A31 connects Wimborne with towns to the east and west while the A349 offers easy access to the coast, including Poole and subsequently Bournemouth.

Getting around the local area without a car is also straightforward. More Buses operate a number of bus routes that take Wimborne residents to nearby towns and villages down to Poole and Bournemouth. Local taxi services also operate within the area and cyclist routes are gaining development and popularity.

Things to do in Wimborne

One of the first things you should do in Wimborne Minster is to visit its namesake Saxon church in the centre of the town. This church has been around for 13 centuries with an incredible history to uncover. It’s also the resting place of Alfred the Great’s brother and has a chained library with books handwritten from the 1300s – one of only four chained libraries left in England. Even if you’re not into history, Wimborne Minster Church is a beautiful structure in leafy surroundings and is a pleasant afternoon out.

Other notable things to do in the area include a visit to Kingston Lacy stately home, a day out at the local model town and gardens, rowing a boat along the river, or taking a countryside walk along many of the routes, stretching from anywhere from 2 miles to 64-mile hikes.

A vibrant and varied entertainment programme is offered at the restored Art Deco Tivoli theatre and a special attraction worth visiting is the Model Town as well as the Priest’s House Museum.  Wimborne is also famed for its festivals especially the annual Folk Festival and has enjoyed many Britain in Bloom successes.

With its quaint streets, charming river walkways and historic courtyards, there is a wide choice of independent shops, restaurants and cafes on offer.  Its also well known for its excellent choice of artisan food shops, farmers markets and Waitrose Supermarket.

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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?

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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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Marketing your property

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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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Our reviews

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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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View our branches

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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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Meet our team

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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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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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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!