Bournemouth area guides
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Famous for its picturesque seaside, Bournemouth is a coastal town located in the Borough of Bournemouth in Dorset, England. Home to a population of 161,200 [1] , Bournemouth also sees a number of tourists flocking to its shores for holidays. As a result, the Bournemouth property market is strong, with many investors taking advantage of holiday rentals. Bournemouth's economy depeds largely on the tourism industry and other service industries such as retail, finance and insurance. Unemployment rate is 5.5 per cent [2] .
Bournemouth experiences a pleasant coastal climate slightly warmer than the average English climate. Summer highs average at 22 degrees celsius and summer lows average at 12 degrees celsius. Winter highs average at 8 degrees celsius and winter lows average at 2 degrees celsius [3] . Coastal conditions are suitable for surfing.
Public transport within Bournemouth is by train. The Bournemouth Railway Station is located about one mile from the pier and offers regular services to London in just under two hours travel time. The railway network also runs services to areas including Southampton, Oxford, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Bournemouth International Airport is located five miles north east of the town centre.
Bournemouth Property Market
Due to its status as a popular holiday destination, Bournemouth property is dominated by flats. The rental market in Bournemouth is strong and is thus a hotspot for investors. Bournemouth University and the Arts Institute at Bournemouth also ensure that there is a number of students renting both share and student accommodation.
Bournemouth is traditionally popular with second home buyers purchasing an investment property or a holiday house; however, the area is also home to a number of first home buyers and young professionals looking for beachside living. Bournemouth Flats are the most abundant form of property, while there are not many detached houses.