Best beaches in Poole

2 ranked beaches in Poole, Dorset

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Poole

1
Branksome Chine Beach
Calmer alternative to busier Bournemouth beaches

7.0

2

Sandbanks Beach

Upscale beach with some of the UK's priciest views

7.0

What makes Poole's beaches stand out?

Poole sits in Dorset, United Kingdom and is home to 2 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Poole or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.