Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
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Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole form a large coastal district on the south coast of Dorset. Bournemouth is a major resort with sandy beaches, gardens, and a lively pier, while Poole is famous for its natural harbour, Brownsea Island, and maritime activities. Christchurch adds historic charm with its priory and riverside setting. The coastline features cliffs, bays, and nature reserves, while the New Forest lies nearby. This combined district balances urban vibrancy with seaside and natural landscapes.
The local government for this district is: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (Unitary Authority).
Constituencies in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
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Wards in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is divided into 33 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Alderney & Bourne Valley
- Bearwood & Merley
- Boscombe East & Pokesdown
- Boscombe West
- Bournemouth Central
- Broadstone
- Burton & Grange
- Canford Cliffs
- Canford Heath
- Christchurch Town
- Commons
- Creekmoor
- East Cliff & Springbourne
- East Southbourne & Tuckton
- Hamworthy
- Highcliffe & Walkford
- Kinson
- Littledown & Iford
- Moordown
- Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe
- Muscliff & Strouden Park
- Newtown & Heatherlands
- Oakdale
- Parkstone
- Penn Hill
- Poole Town
- Queen's Park
- Redhill & Northbourne
- Talbot & Branksome Woods
- Wallisdown & Winton West
- West Southbourne
- Westbourne & West Cliff
- Winton East
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in International Geographies
In the International Territorial Levels (ITLs) hierarchy, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is an ITLs Level 3 area:
- (ITL 1) South West
- (ITL 2) ⇒ North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
- (ITL 3) ⇒⇒ Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
The International Territorial Levels are used by OECD member countries for statistical purposes to classify administrative areas. We have this listable page for easy browsing of ITL names and codes: International Territorial Levels.