Is BH17 8RQ a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
187 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of BH17 8RQ. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
House prices
£312,162
Average price in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Down 1.6% year on year.
- Terraced
- £293,515
- Semi-detached
- £358,691
- Detached
- £553,916
- Flat / maisonette
- £198,529
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for BH17 8RQ specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near BH17 8RQ on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near BH17 8RQ on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.