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Takeaways| Council | Dorset |
| Crime Rate | ✓low |
| Demographics | 🌻 Retirees |
AllotmentsPlay SpaceGolf CoursePublic ParkTennis CourtBowling GreenPlaying FieldPubs & BarsRestaurants & CafesRetail ShoppingSupermarketsTakeawaysNo train or motorway links found nearby
£402,714
£541,857
£236,905
£332,400
£299,425
Is Ferndown a nice place to live?
Yes, Ferndown is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Dorset. It particularly appeals to retirees.
How safe is Ferndown?
Ferndown has a very low crime rate of 47.0 crimes per 1,000 people, making it one of the safest areas. Crime hotspots have been reported near Supermarket, as reported by Dorset Police.
What are the best schools in Ferndown?
Ferndown has 20 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Elm Academy and Hayeswood First School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include The Epiphany School and St Mary's CofE First School & Nursery. Note: 1 school is currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Ferndown?
The majority of residents in Ferndown identify as White (British) (94%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (93%). The most common religion is Christian (55%).