Living in Lilliput
A leafy harbourside village between Sandbanks and Parkstone, with views across to Brownsea Island and some of Poole’s most desirable family homes.
Average sold prices from Rightmove, based on HM Land Registry sales registered in the 12 months to May 2026.
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Lilliput at a glance
Lilliput wraps around the northern shore of Poole Harbour, from Salterns Marina to Evening Hill with its famous views over Brownsea Island. It has its own small parade of shops and cafés, and Sandbanks beaches are a few minutes away.
Most homes are detached family houses in generous plots, with some semis and harbourside apartments. It’s a favourite with families and with people moving from London and the Home Counties who want the coast without the Sandbanks price tag.
Life in Lilliput
Harbour views
Evening Hill, Salterns Marina and views across to Brownsea Island.
Sailing and water sports
Yacht clubs, the marina and easy access to the harbour.
Beaches nearby
Sandbanks and Canford Cliffs beaches just a short drive away.
Schools in and around Lilliput
Primary
- Lilliput CE Infant School
- Baden-Powell and St Peter’s CE Junior School
Secondary
- Parkstone Grammar School (girls)
- Poole Grammar School (boys)
- Independent: Canford School and Bournemouth Collegiate School
Catchment areas and admissions change, so please check the latest Ofsted reports and BCP Council admissions guidance before you buy.
Recently sold in and around Lilliput
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Estate agents and letting agents in Lilliput
Athertons is an independent estate and letting agent based at 14 Dorchester Road, Oakdale. Our Poole team sells and lets homes across Lilliput and the surrounding area, with honest valuations, professional photography, drone footage and a full video tour on every listing.
Selling in Lilliput
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Letting in Lilliput
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The Lilliput property market
Homes in Lilliput sold for an average of around £668,284 over the past year, about 3% lower than the year before and around 15% below the 2022 peak. Detached family homes make up most sales. Figures are from Rightmove, based on HM Land Registry sales.
Lilliput FAQs
Is Lilliput a good place to live?
A leafy harbourside village between Sandbanks and Parkstone, with views across to Brownsea Island and some of Poole’s most desirable family homes. It’s especially popular with families, relocators, sailors and downsizers.
How much does a house cost in Lilliput?
Homes in Lilliput sold for an average of £668,284 over the past year, with detached homes around £974,844, semi-detached homes around £593,571 and flats around £371,309. These figures are from Rightmove, based on HM Land Registry sales registered to May 2026. For an accurate figure for your home, book a free valuation with Athertons.
What types of homes are there in Lilliput?
You’ll mostly find detached family homes, some semis and harbourside apartments.
Which schools are near Lilliput?
Schools in and around Lilliput include Lilliput CE Infant School, Baden-Powell and St Peter’s CE Junior School, Parkstone Grammar School (girls), Poole Grammar School (boys) and Canford School and Bournemouth Collegiate School (independent). Catchment areas change, so always check the latest Ofsted reports and BCP Council admissions guidance before you buy.
Which estate agent covers Lilliput?
Athertons covers Lilliput and the rest of Poole from our Poole office on Dorchester Road in Oakdale. Call 01202 681113 or book a free, no-obligation valuation online.
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Photo: Brownsea Island seen from Lilliput, Poole Harbour by Len Williams, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.