Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole vs North Somerset childcare rates 2026/27

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole pays £0.17/hr more than North Somerset for 3-4 year olds (£6.54 vs £6.37).

Funded hourly rate comparison between Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole and North Somerset
Age bandBournemouth, Christchurch and PooleNorth SomersetDifference
Under 2£12.06/hr£11.78/hr+£0.28
2 to 3 years£8.91/hr£8.69/hr+£0.22
3 to 4 years£6.54/hr£6.37/hr+£0.17
National average£6.72/hr£6.72/hr
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole full rates →North Somerset full rates →