About Hamworthy

Hamworthy is a suburb located in the county of Dorset, England, within the postcode area BH15. It lies on the shores of Poole Harbour, offering residents and visitors access to various waterfront activities. The area features a mix of residential housing and local amenities, including shops and schools, making it a practical choice for families. The suburb is well-connected to Poole town centre, which is just a short distance away. Hamworthy Park, situated along the coastline, provides green space for leisure and recreation, with views of the harbour. The local area is also served by public transport, ensuring easy access to surrounding regions and attractions.

School Ratings in Hamworthy

There are 76 schools in and around Hamworthy. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hamworthy

The average property price is £354K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £223K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hamworthy

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Hamworthy, with 53 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hamworthy

Hamworthy sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hamworthy

Broadband speeds in Hamworthy are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,667 sales

Average Price £354K
£250 — £17.58M
Detached £413K 1,489
Semi £319K 968
Terraced £307K 895
Flat £223K 2,068

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
13 Secondary
26 Other
The Cornerstone Academy Secondary Good 0.6 miles Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.7 miles Hamworthy and Turlin Moor Children's Centre 0.7 miles Bayside Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Hamworthy Park Junior School Primary 0.7 miles Poole High School Secondary 1.1 miles Oakdale Junior School Primary 1.2 miles Old Town Children's Centre 1.3 miles Old Town Infant School and Nursery Primary 1.3 miles Creekmoor Library Outreach 1.3 miles Yarrells Preparatory School 1.4 miles Stanley Green Infant Academy Primary 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hamworthy IMD 2025

Hamworthy sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,348 Children (0-15) 18%
28,983 Working Age 61%
13,309 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Hamworthy 325 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Hamworthy sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

113 Violence & Sexual Offences
53 Anti-Social Behaviour
35 Criminal Damage & Arson
26 Other Theft
22 Shoplifting
19 Burglary
18 Public Order
18 Vehicle Crime
9 Bicycle Theft
6 Drugs
3 Other Crime
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Dorset Poole South Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Hamworthy Train Station 0.5 miles
Poole Train Station 1.1 miles
Parkstone (Dorset) Train Station 2.6 miles
Holton Heath Train Station 3.3 miles
Branksome Train Station 3.8 miles
Wareham (Dorset) Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Turlin Moor 0.6 miles Sterte 0.6 miles Lake 0.9 miles Lower Hamworthy 0.9 miles Poole 1.2 miles Longfleet 1.2 miles Stanley Green 1.4 miles Creekmoor 1.4 miles Upton 1.4 miles East Holton 1.9 miles Oakdale 2 miles Hillbourne 2 miles

Local Government

District Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Ward Poole Town
Constituency Poole
Parish Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, unparished area
Region South West

Streets in BH15 30 shown View all streets

Abraham Drive 4 Acorn Avenue 3 Adams Close 2 Albany Gardens 2 Aldis Gardens 1 Almer Road 2 Alverton Avenue 3 Annet Close 1 Ash Gardens 1 Ashmore Avenue 1 Ashmore Crescent 1 Avenel Way 1 B3093 1 Bailey Crescent 4 Baiter Gardens 2 Ballard Close 1 Ballard Road 1 Barbers Piles 1 Beccles Close 1 Beckhampton Road 1 Bedale Way 1 Bell Lane 1 Benjamin Road 1 Birds Hill Gardens 1 Birds Hill Lane 1 Birds Hill Road 2 Blandford Close 4 Blandford Road 16 Bond Road 1 Bracken Glen 1

Postcodes in BH15 50 shown View all postcodes

BH15 1AA BH15 1AB BH15 1AD BH15 1AE BH15 1AF BH15 1AG BH15 1AH BH15 1AJ BH15 1AN BH15 1AS BH15 1AU BH15 1AW BH15 1AX BH15 1BE BH15 1BH BH15 1BL BH15 1BN BH15 1BP BH15 1BQ BH15 1BT BH15 1BW BH15 1BY BH15 1DA BH15 1DB BH15 1DF BH15 1DG BH15 1DH BH15 1DJ BH15 1DN BH15 1DX BH15 1DY BH15 1EA BH15 1EB BH15 1ED BH15 1EF BH15 1EG BH15 1EH BH15 1EJ BH15 1EN BH15 1EP BH15 1EQ BH15 1ER BH15 1ES BH15 1ET BH15 1EU BH15 1EW BH15 1EX BH15 1EY BH15 1EZ BH15 1FD