House prices in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole
The average house price in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole is £315,473, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole have softened (-1.0%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+7.6%). Five years ago the average was around £293,304. That puts Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole 8% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole the 136th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 276th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole peaked at around £345,134 (December 2022). Since 1995 the average has changed by +468.8%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -15.5% in real terms over the last five years — so in today’s money they have lagged behind the wider cost of living. Remember this is an area average — your own home’s value depends on its exact street, size and condition.
How Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole | £315,473 | -1.0% | +7.6% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Havant | £315,078 | +2.8% | +12.7% |
| Broadland | £314,426 | +7.6% | +17.2% |
| South Norfolk | £314,302 | +1.7% | +13.3% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Havant — £315,078
- Broadland — £314,426
- South Norfolk — £314,302
- Harlow — £313,497
- Stevenage — £317,948
- Stockport — £318,163
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole?
The average house price in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole is £315,473 as of May 2026, according to the HM Land Registry House Price Index. This is an average across all property types.
Are house prices in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole have softened (-1.0%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+7.6%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole?
On the average Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole home, a 10% deposit is about £31,547, and a 5% deposit around £15,774. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole is the 136th most expensive and the 276th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole home is worth?
Use our free house value calculator — enter your postcode and what you paid, and it estimates today's value from Land Registry data. For a precise figure, ask a local estate agent or RICS surveyor.
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