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Dorset

Property Prices, Crime Rates, Area & Demographic Insights.

Dorset overview

Nestled along England’s southern coast, Dorset is a county of breathtaking natural beauty and historic charm. Known for the iconic Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorset features stunning cliffs, beaches, and fossil-rich landscapes. Key towns include Bournemouth, Poole, and Dorchester, offering vibrant communities and excellent amenities. Dorset is perfect for those seeking a coastal lifestyle, with charming villages and scenic countryside to explore. With its mix of historic landmarks, outdoor activities, and family-friendly attractions, Dorset is a desirable location for homebuyers.

Dorset population and area insights and data
Price rank 59
59 of 175 areas

Rank of highest average property sale price by area

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Crime rank 4
4 of 175 areas

Rank of lowest average crime rate per month by area.

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School rank 92
92 of 175 areas

Rank of highest average rank of schools by area.

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Education rank 92
92 of 175 areas

Rank of highest average education level of residents by area.

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Sold Prices in Dorset vs National Avg

Sold Property By Type in Dorset vs National Avg

Highest Sale in Dorset (12 Months)

Lowest Sale in Dorset (12 Months)

Tenancy Tenure in Dorset

Politics in Dorset

Crime in Dorset (per 1k people)

Income & Work in Dorset

Average Household Income

Average household income icon £46,098.00

Most Popular Industry

Most popular industry icon Construction

Average Work Level

Average work level icon Lower Managerial

Employment
Most Popular Commute

car.png commuting icon Car or Van

Average Commute Distance

Average commute distance icon < 2km

Average Weekly Hours Worked

Average hours worked icon 31-48 Hours

Amenities in Dorset

Most Popular Supermarket

Most popular supermarket icon Spar

Supermarkets (per 1k people)

Most Popular Bank

Most popular bank icon Nationwide

Banks (per 1k people)

GP Surgeries

Most popular bank icon 47

Opticians

Most popular bank icon 45

Dentists

Most popular bank icon 80

Age & Gender in Dorset

Education in Dorset

Religion in Dorset

Ethnicity in Dorset

Marital Status in Dorset

Sexual Orientation in Dorset

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