| Coordinates: | 50.752, -1.758 |
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| OS grid ref: | SZ 17 94 |
The electoral ward of Burton & Grange lies on the northern edge of the unitary authority of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, occupying a largely village and rural landscape beside Christchurch Harbour. It blends residential clusters with agricultural land and coastal marshes, so residents enjoy a countryside feel while being within easy reach of the wider conurbation.
Community life is typically village‑centred, with parish churches, local pubs and small shops, and an economy that mixes farming, tourism and commuter households. The area’s historic character shows in older cottages and country houses, and its estuarine habitats make it popular with walkers and birdwatchers who value the open spaces and wildlife on the doorstep.