Living in Talbot Woods
One of Bournemouth’s most prestigious addresses, with large detached homes on quiet tree-lined avenues, close to Meyrick Park and the town centre.
Average sold prices from Rightmove, based on HM Land Registry sales registered in the 12 months to July 2026.
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Talbot Woods at a glance
Talbot Woods is known for its spacious detached homes, many built between the 1920s and 1950s, set in generous plots along wide, tree-lined avenues. Much of the area sits within the Meyrick Park and Talbot Woods conservation area, which helps protect its character.
Talbot Heath, a protected heathland nature reserve, borders the area, and Meyrick Park’s golf course and leisure facilities are next door. The town centre is around a mile and a half away and Bournemouth station, with direct trains to London Waterloo, is close by.
Life in Talbot Woods
Tree-lined avenues
Quiet, leafy roads with large homes and generous gardens.
Parks and heathland
Meyrick Park and Talbot Heath on the doorstep.
Schools
Close to both Bournemouth grammar schools and Talbot Heath School.
Schools in and around Talbot Woods
Primary
- St Mark’s CE Primary School
- Talbot Primary School
- Winton Primary School
Secondary
- Talbot Heath School (independent girls’ school)
- Bournemouth School (boys’ grammar school)
- Bournemouth School for Girls (girls’ grammar 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 Talbot Woods
A selection of homes we have recently sold or agreed sales on in and around Talbot Woods. Thinking of selling? We have buyers looking now.
Bishop Close, Talbot Village, Poole
Stirling Road, Bournemouth, BH3
Fernside Road, Bournemouth, BH9
Hawthorn Road, Bournemouth, BH9
Hibberd Way, Bournemouth, BH10
Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, BH9
Estate agents and letting agents in Talbot Woods
Athertons is an independent estate and letting agent based at 508 Wimborne Road, Winton, just minutes from Talbot Woods. Our Bournemouth team sells and lets homes across Talbot Woods and the surrounding area, with honest valuations, professional marketing and a personal service from start to finish.
Selling in Talbot Woods
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Letting in Talbot Woods
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Call our Bournemouth office on 01202 512348 or visit our Bournemouth branch page.
The Talbot Woods property market
The average sold price in Talbot Woods is around £471,340. Most recent sales here have been apartments, and with relatively few sales each year a handful of large houses can move the average a lot. For an accurate picture of what your home is worth, speak to our team. Our Bournemouth team sells and lets homes here every week, so for an accurate figure for your own home, book a free valuation.
Talbot Woods FAQs
Is Talbot Woods a good place to live?
One of Bournemouth’s most prestigious addresses, with large detached homes on quiet tree-lined avenues, close to Meyrick Park and the town centre. It’s especially popular with families moving up, professionals and buyers relocating to the coast.
How much does a house cost in Talbot Woods?
Homes in Talbot Woods sold for an average of £471,340 over the past year, with detached homes around £916,818 and flats around £243,421. These figures are from Rightmove, based on HM Land Registry sales registered to July 2026. For an accurate figure for your home, book a free valuation with Athertons.
What types of homes are there in Talbot Woods?
You’ll mostly find large 1920s–1950s detached homes, Edwardian villas and some apartments.
Which schools are near Talbot Woods?
Schools in and around Talbot Woods include St Mark’s CE Primary School, Talbot Primary School, Winton Primary School, Talbot Heath School (independent girls’ school), Bournemouth School (boys’ grammar school) and Bournemouth School for Girls (girls’ grammar school). Catchment areas change, so always check the latest Ofsted reports and BCP Council admissions guidance before you buy.
Which estate agent covers Talbot Woods?
Athertons covers Talbot Woods and the rest of Bournemouth from our Bournemouth office on Wimborne Road in Winton. Call 01202 512348 or book a free, no-obligation valuation online.
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Photo: Paths on Talbot Heath by David Lally (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons.