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FLAT 3

42 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, WIMBORNE, DORSET BH21 1RB

581 sq ft Listed 28 Mar 2008 (-6700d)

£325,000

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## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | FLAT 3, 42 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, WIMBORNE, DORSET BH21 1RB |
| Price | £325,000 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1900-1929 |
| Floor area | 54 m² |
| Last sold | £300,000 Aug 2008 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 05/09/2033

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0369-3006-4201-9447-3200)

## Description

PRICE GUIDE: £300,000-325,000.

A rare opportunity to acquire a valuable freehold investment property comprising 3 self-contained two bedroom converted flats, situated in a convenient town location.

The building, fully let, would offer an annual income of approx £21,000 and is offered with full vacant possession.

The flats benefit from gas fired central heating systems and UPVC double glazing, and offer scope for further improvement.

The building has 2 off road parking spaces and there are some far reaching views from the first and second floor flats.

DIRECTIONS:  From the town centre proceed south along Poole Road, passing the Coach & Horses public house on the left hand side.  Take the next turning on the left into New Borough.  The flats can be found on the right hand side, on the junction to Eden Grove.

FLAT 42

COVERERED ENTRANCE WAY:  UPVC double glazed door to:-

KITCHEN: Fitted range of base storage cupboards and drawers with matching wall mounted store cupboards, which have a cornice and pelmet finish.  Post formed worktops with 2 inset circular sinks and centre mixer taps.  4-burner gas hob unit and Maxol Majestic double oven with storage cupboards above and below.  Space and plumbing for washing machine.  Space for upright fridge freezer.  Cupboard containing the gas fired central heating boiler.  Door to:-

CENTRAL LOBBY:  Airing cupboard.

BATHROOM:  Panelled bath.  Low flush WC.  Pedestal wash hand basin.

From the central lobby, a glazed door leads to:-

LOUNGE/DINING ROOM:  Fitted gas fire.  UPVC double glazed picture window to side elevation, looking onto Eden Grove.

BEDROOM ONE:  UPVC double glazed window to front elevation, looking onto New Borough.

BEDROOM TWO:  UPVC double glazed dual aspect windows to front and side elevations.

This ground floor flat has gas fired central heating and UPVC double glazing.

Flats 42A and 42B are accessed by an external staircase with store room below, leading to the first floor.

UPVC double glazed door leads to:-

COMMUNAL RECEPTION HALL:  Door to:-

FLAT 42A

Front door to:-

LOUNGE/DINING ROOM:  UPVC double glazed picture window to side elevation, looking onto Eden Grove.  Glazed door to:-

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM:  Range of units comprising base storage and drawers with matching wall mounted store cupboards.  Post formed worktops with inset stainless steel sink unit.  Space and plumbing for washing machine.  Cupboard containing the gas fired central heating boiler.  Tall shelved larder cupboard.  Breakfast bar.  Space for upright fridge freezer and space for cooker with gas and electric points.  UPVC double glazed dual aspect windows to the side and rear elevations.

BEDROOM ONE:    UPVC double glazed dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations.

BEDROOM TWO:    Deep built-in store cupboard with louvre door.  UPVC double glazed window to front elevation.

BATHROOM:  Panelled bath with centre mixer tap and shower attachment.  Low flush WC.  Pedestal wash hand basin.  Airing cupboard with louvre door.  Timber laminate floor.  Obscure UPVC double glazed window to rear elevation.

This first floor flat has gas fired central heating and UPVC double glazing.

Stairs from the communal landing lead to the second floor.  Glazed front door to:-

FLAT 42B

RECEPTION LOBBY:  Airing cupboard with double doors containing the gas fired central heating boiler.

BATH/SHOWER ROOM:  Panelled bath.  Low flush WC.  Pedestal wash hand basin.  Fully tiled corner shower cubicle with Mira wall mounted shower fitment.  Part tiled walls.  Obscure UPVC double glazed window to rear elevation.

From the reception lobby, an archway leads to:-

L-SHAPED LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: Large UPVC double glazed picture window to the side elevation, overlooking Eden Grove and New Borough.  Glazed door with stained glass and lead feature to:-

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM:   Range of units with base storage cupboards and drawers and matching wall mounted store cupboards.  Post formed worktops with inset twin bowl sink unit and centre mixer tap.  Space and plumbing for washing machine.  Breakfast bar peninsula unit.  Part tiled walls.  Cooker space with gas and electric points.  UPVC double glazed dual aspect windows to the side and rear elevations.

BEDROOM ONE:  UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, looking onto New Borough.

BEDROOM TWO:  UPVC double glazed window , looking onto Eden Grove.

This second floor flat has gas fired central heating and UPVC double glazing.

VIEWING:  By prior appointment, please, through CHRISTOPHER C BATTEN

For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide.  We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings.  Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings.

## Property Photos

- ![Photo](/listings/photos/20421944/1637289)

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/20421944/1637290) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 42 FLAT 3 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, EAST DORSET, DORSET, BH21 1RB | £300,000 | 18/08/2008 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 1 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ | £184,000 | 04/12/2025 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 10 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £145,000 | 27/11/2025 | Flat |
| 47 NEWMANS CLOSE, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1XA | £202,500 | 21/11/2025 | Flat |
| [Same street] 23A FLAT 1 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB | £185,000 | 18/02/2025 | Flat |
| [Same street] 35 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB | £690,000 | 20/09/2024 | Detached |
| [Same street] 32 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB | £505,000 | 29/05/2024 | Semi-detached |
| KINGSLEIGH COURT, 100 FLAT 5 LEIGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1AJ | £235,000 | 18/12/2023 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 16 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £75,000 | 08/12/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 22 FLAT 1 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB | £200,000 | 18/10/2023 | Flat |
| [Same street] 40 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB | £440,000 | 28/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 3 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ | £205,000 | 19/01/2023 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 37 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £82,500 | 20/12/2022 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 22 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £100,000 | 09/12/2022 | Flat |
| GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 10 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ | £180,000 | 21/10/2022 | Flat |
| GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 1 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ | £215,000 | 05/10/2022 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 28 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £70,000 | 07/09/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 22 FLAT 2 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB | £275,000 | 24/08/2022 | Flat |
| GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 16 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ | £214,950 | 22/07/2022 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 19 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £127,500 | 15/07/2022 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 9 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £165,000 | 11/07/2022 | Flat |
| MOORHILLS FLAT 38 GRENVILLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 2BQ | £205,000 | 16/06/2022 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 5 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £135,000 | 01/06/2022 | Flat |
| 37 NEWMANS CLOSE, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1XA | £260,000 | 25/05/2022 | Flat |
| SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 34 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY | £112,500 | 24/05/2022 | Flat |
| 1 FLAT 2 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RG | £168,000 | 25/02/2022 | Flat |
| 41 NEWMANS CLOSE, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1XA | £253,000 | 18/02/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 21C NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB | £152,000 | 03/09/2021 | Flat |

**Street average:** £349,571 (7 sales)
**Area average:** £166,748 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £200,095 (21 Flat, BH21, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +62.4%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Dorset). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £941/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,046/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,151/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for West Wiltshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

## Rental Comparables

*Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area. Bedroom counts vary — use the Beds column to compare like-for-like lets. Student lets are excluded.*

| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, King Gardens, BH21 | £2,100/mo | 3 | 0.81 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Cockerell Close, BH21 | £895/mo | 1 | 0.99 miles | OpenRent |
| 4 Bed Bungalow, The Vineries, BH21 | £3,450/mo | 4 | 1.02 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Sopwith Crescent, BH21 | £1,500/mo | 3 | 1.03 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,986/mo (4 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.55% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £225,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £180,000

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,800/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 15×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £315/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 4%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £6,019/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 10.4%
- **10y growth:** 23.1%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Dorset; Flats and maisonettes series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -4.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 0.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 14.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

54 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1900-1929

Last sold

£300,000 Aug 2008

Price per m²

£6,019/m²

Local average

£200,095 (+62.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (18,940 of 33,755)

Street crime

63 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Description

PRICE GUIDE: £300,000-325,000.

A rare opportunity to acquire a valuable freehold investment property comprising 3 self-contained two bedroom converted flats, situated in a convenient town location.

The building, fully let, would offer an annual income of approx £21,000 and is offered with full vacant possession.

The flats benefit from gas fired central heating systems and UPVC double glazing, and offer scope for further improvement.

The building has 2 off road parking spaces and there are some far reaching views from the first and second floor flats.
DIRECTIONS: From the town centre proceed south along Poole Road, passing the Coach & Horses public house on the left hand side. Take the next turning on the left into New Borough. The flats can be found on the right hand side, on the junction to Eden Grove.

FLAT 42

COVERERED ENTRANCE WAY: UPVC double glazed door to:-

KITCHEN: Fitted range of base storage cupboards and drawers with matching wall mounted store cupboards, which have a cornice and pelmet finish. Post formed worktops with 2 inset circular sinks and centre mixer taps. 4-burner gas hob unit and Maxol Majestic double oven with storage cupboards above and below. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for upright fridge freezer. Cupboard containing the gas fired central heating boiler. Door to:-

CENTRAL LOBBY: Airing cupboard.

BATHROOM: Panelled bath. Low flush WC. Pedestal wash hand basin.

From the central lobby, a glazed door leads to:-

LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: Fitted gas fire. UPVC double glazed picture window to side elevation, looking onto Eden Grove.

BEDROOM ONE: UPVC double glazed window to front elevation, looking onto New Borough.

BEDROOM TWO: UPVC double glazed dual aspect windows to front and side elevations.

This ground floor flat has gas fired central heating and UPVC double glazing.

Flats 42A and 42B are accessed by an external staircase with store room below, leading to the first floor.

UPVC double glazed door leads to:-

COMMUNAL RECEPTION HALL: Door to:-

FLAT 42A

Front door to:-

LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: UPVC double glazed picture window to side elevation, looking onto Eden Grove. Glazed door to:-

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: Range of units comprising base storage and drawers with matching wall mounted store cupboards. Post formed worktops with inset stainless steel sink unit. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Cupboard containing the gas fired central heating boiler. Tall shelved larder cupboard. Breakfast bar. Space for upright fridge freezer and space for cooker with gas and electric points. UPVC double glazed dual aspect windows to the side and rear elevations.

BEDROOM ONE: UPVC double glazed dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations.

BEDROOM TWO: Deep built-in store cupboard with louvre door. UPVC double glazed window to front elevation.

BATHROOM: Panelled bath with centre mixer tap and shower attachment. Low flush WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Airing cupboard with louvre door. Timber laminate floor. Obscure UPVC double glazed window to rear elevation.

This first floor flat has gas fired central heating and UPVC double glazing.

Stairs from the communal landing lead to the second floor. Glazed front door to:-

FLAT 42B

RECEPTION LOBBY: Airing cupboard with double doors containing the gas fired central heating boiler.

BATH/SHOWER ROOM: Panelled bath. Low flush WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Fully tiled corner shower cubicle with Mira wall mounted shower fitment. Part tiled walls. Obscure UPVC double glazed window to rear elevation.

From the reception lobby, an archway leads to:-

L-SHAPED LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: Large UPVC double glazed picture window to the side elevation, overlooking Eden Grove and New Borough. Glazed door with stained glass and lead feature to:-

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: Range of units with base storage cupboards and drawers and matching wall mounted store cupboards. Post formed worktops with inset twin bowl sink unit and centre mixer tap. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Breakfast bar peninsula unit. Part tiled walls. Cooker space with gas and electric points. UPVC double glazed dual aspect windows to the side and rear elevations.

BEDROOM ONE: UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, looking onto New Borough.

BEDROOM TWO: UPVC double glazed window , looking onto Eden Grove.

This second floor flat has gas fired central heating and UPVC double glazing.

VIEWING: By prior appointment, please, through CHRISTOPHER C BATTEN

For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings.

Listed by

Wimborne

Winkworth

Reference: 20421944

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 06/09/2023

Expiry date: 05/09/2033

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	18/08/2008 (17 years ago)	£300,000	—

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address	Price	Date	Type
GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 1 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ	£184,000	04/12/2025	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 10 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£145,000	27/11/2025	Flat
47 NEWMANS CLOSE, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1XA	£202,500	21/11/2025	Flat
Same street 23A FLAT 1 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB	£185,000	18/02/2025	Flat
Same street 35 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB	£690,000	20/09/2024	Detached
Same street 32 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB	£505,000	29/05/2024	Semi-detached
KINGSLEIGH COURT, 100 FLAT 5 LEIGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1AJ	£235,000	18/12/2023	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 16 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£75,000	08/12/2023	Flat
Same street 22 FLAT 1 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB	£200,000	18/10/2023	Flat
Same street 40 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB	£440,000	28/07/2023	Semi-detached
GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 3 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ	£205,000	19/01/2023	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 37 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£82,500	20/12/2022	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 22 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£100,000	09/12/2022	Flat
GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 10 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ	£180,000	21/10/2022	Flat
GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 1 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ	£215,000	05/10/2022	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 28 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£70,000	07/09/2022	Flat
Same street 22 FLAT 2 NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB	£275,000	24/08/2022	Flat
GRIFFIN COURT FLAT 16 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RQ	£214,950	22/07/2022	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 19 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£127,500	15/07/2022	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 9 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£165,000	11/07/2022	Flat
MOORHILLS FLAT 38 GRENVILLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 2BQ	£205,000	16/06/2022	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 5 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£135,000	01/06/2022	Flat
37 NEWMANS CLOSE, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1XA	£260,000	25/05/2022	Flat
SAVILLE COURT, 75 FLAT 34 POOLE ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1QY	£112,500	24/05/2022	Flat
1 FLAT 2 STATION ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RG	£168,000	25/02/2022	Flat
41 NEWMANS CLOSE, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1XA	£253,000	18/02/2022	Flat
Same street 21C NEW BOROUGH ROAD, WIMBORNE, DORSET, BH21 1RB	£152,000	03/09/2021	Flat

Street average: £349,571 (7 sales)

Area average: £166,748 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 10.4%

10y growth 23.1%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Dorset. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of April 2026.

1y (index) -4.3%

5y (index) 0.1%

10y (index) 14.1%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Dorset. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £941/mo

Realistic £1,046/mo

Optimistic £1,151/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Dorset.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Wiltshire: Apr 2025 – Mar 2026

Location

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Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Station Road	0.1 miles
Shop	Unknown	0.2 miles
Train station	Hamworthy	5.1 miles
University	Arts University Bournemouth	5.1 miles
University	Bournemouth University (Talbot Campus)	5.2 miles
Train station	Parkstone	5.2 miles
Hospital	Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital	6.6 miles
Hospital	Kings Park Hospital	7.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Anti-social behaviour	26
Violence and sexual offences	13
Criminal damage and arson	5
Shoplifting	5
Other theft	3
Public order	3
Vehicle crime	3
Bicycle theft	2
Drugs	1
Other crime	1
Robbery	1
Total incidents	63

Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name	Type	Distance	Ofsted
St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 6 Mar 2023
Allenbourn Middle School	Primary	0.6 miles	Outstanding — 18 Jul 2012
Merley First School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 18 Jan 2024
Wimborne First School and Nursery	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 9 Sep 2024
South West Regional Assessment Centre	Other	0.9 miles	— (No rating)

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area. Bedroom counts vary — use the Beds column to compare like-for-like lets. Student lets are excluded.

Title	Rent	Beds	Distance	As seen on
3 Bed Semi-Detached House, King Gardens, BH21	£2,100/mo	3	0.81 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Cockerell Close, BH21	£895/mo	1	0.99 miles	OpenRent
4 Bed Bungalow, The Vineries, BH21	£3,450/mo	4	1.02 miles	OpenRent
3 Bed Terraced House, Sopwith Crescent, BH21	£1,500/mo	3	1.03 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,986/mo (4 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.55%

Max investor price (0.8%) £225,000

Target investor price (1%) £180,000

Gross yield 6.6%

Cost-to-rent ratio 15×

Monthly cashflow £315/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 4%

Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).