Property & Living in Bournemouth

From coastal towns to countryside villages, discover how Meyers has spent almost two decades helping people across Dorset buy, sell and let homes with a personal, community-focused approach.

Bournemouth has a wide range of places to live, from lively coastal neighbourhoods to quieter family-friendly suburbs. This guide explores the best areas to live in Bournemouth, including Westbourne, Southbourne, Christchurch, Boscombe, Talbot Woods and more, with advice on who each area suits, local amenities, lifestyle and what to consider before moving.

Discover everything you need to know about Bournemouth Freshers 2026, from the best student areas and nightlife to beaches, food spots, transport and things to do before starting uni.

So you've fallen head over heels for a gorgeous Bournemouth or Poole property? Before you start mentally arranging your furniture and planning your first dinner party, let's talk about the costs for first-time renters.

Looking for things to do in Bournemouth as a university student? There is much more to student life here than nights out and afternoons on the beach. From surfing and escape rooms to island trips, forest adventures and slightly random days out at Monkey World, these are some of the experiences worth adding to your Bournemouth University bucket list.

Starting at Bournemouth University? From understanding the difference between Talbot and Lansdowne campuses to finding your way around town, making friends, managing your budget and discovering Bournemouth beyond the beach, there are a few things worth knowing before Freshers’ Week begins. Here are eight useful tips for new Bournemouth University students preparing to move to the town and make the most of their first year.

Looking for the best places to eat, drink and go out in Bournemouth as a student? From pizza and burgers around Winton and the town centre to student nights at Barbara’s Bier Haus, Buffalo and The Old Fire Station, Bournemouth has plenty to discover. Whether you are planning cheap food with housemates, casual drinks or a full night out, these are some of the places worth knowing during your university years.