Christchurch
Built-up area in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, England
| Coordinates: | 50.743, -1.747 |
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| OS grid ref: | SZ 17 93 |
| Population: | 42,396 |
Christchurch sits on the south coast of England at the mouth of the River Avon and its sheltered Christchurch Harbour, within the unitary authority of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The town is defined by its creek, tidal mudflats and nearby coastal features such as Hengistbury Head and Mudeford Sandbank, making it a magnet for birdwatchers, sailors and anyone who enjoys maritime landscapes and scenic walks around Stanpit Marsh.
Historically a market town with a Norman castle motte and the Anglo-Saxon origins of Christchurch Priory, the town now balances heritage with a lively tourist economy: boating, independent shops, antiques and seasonal festivals are important, alongside a significant retiree and commuter population. Conservation and outdoor recreation are strong local themes, while proximity to Bournemouth and Poole means residents can easily access larger cultural and employment centres.
Postcode districts covering Christchurch
Most populated places nearby
- Southampton 19.6 miles
- Bournemouth 4.8 miles
- Poole 9.6 miles
- Eastleigh 24.2 miles
- Eastleigh Town 22.5 miles
- Salisbury 23.1 miles
- Totton 16.1 miles
- Totton and Eling 16.2 miles
- Newport 19.8 miles
- Newport and Carisbrooke 19.5 miles
- New Milton 3.8 miles
- Cowes 19 miles
Neighbouring places
- Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe Ward 0.6 miles
- Burton & Grange Ward 0.8 miles
- Burton and Winkton Parish 1.1 miles
- Christchurch Town Ward 1.3 miles
- Highcliffe and Walkford Parish 1.5 miles
- East Southbourne & Tuckton Ward 1.7 miles
- Highcliffe & Walkford Ward 1.8 miles
- Sopley Built-up area 2.2 miles
- Bransgore Built-up area 2.8 miles
- West Southbourne Ward 2.9 miles
- Littledown & Iford Ward 3.3 miles
- Barton on Sea Built-up area 3.4 miles
Example postcodes in Christchurch
BH23 4TQ, BH23 2PU, BH23 2QE, BH23 2TA, BH23 5HU, BH23 7NY, BH23 2HW, BH23 3PB, BH23 2RX … See all
Transport links
- Bournemouth Airport 4.9 miles
- Southampton Airport 22.2 miles
- Hinton Admiral Station 1.6 miles
- Christchurch Railway Station 1.7 miles
- Ringwood Bus Station 7.4 miles
Hotels in Christchurch Ad
- Harbour Hotel & Spa Christchurch 4
- The Kings Arms 4
- Bear Of Burton
- Captain's Club Hotel & Spa 4
- Premier Inn Christchurch West 3
- Premier Inn Christchurch / Highcliffe 3
- Premier Inn Christchurch 3
- Travelodge Christchurch 3
Schools in Christchurch
- Burton C of E Primary School Primary
- Christchurch Infant School Primary
- Highcliffe School Secondary
- Highcliffe St Mark Primary School Primary
- Mudeford Community Infants' School Primary
- Mudeford Junior School Primary
- Somerford Primary School Primary
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch Primary
- The Priory C of E Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Avon Beach Beach 1.1 miles
- Christchurch Harbour Harbour 1.5 miles
- Hinton Admiral Estate 2.1 miles
- Hinton House Estate 2.8 miles
- Dean Court Stadium 4 miles
- Bournemouth Aviation Museum Museum 4.7 miles
- Bournemouth International Centre Theatre 6.1 miles
- Holy Cross Abbey (Stapehill, Dorset, England) Historic site 8.8 miles
- Lymington Yacht Haven Harbour 9.6 miles
- Studland Beach Beach 10.3 miles
- New Forest Forest 11.1 miles
- Poole Harbour Harbour 11.5 miles