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Blandford Forum Town

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About

Blandford Forum is a historic market town in Dorset, located on the River Stour. The town is known for its Georgian architecture, largely rebuilt after a fire in the 18th century. Key landmarks include the parish church of St Peter and St Paul, the town hall, and the Market Place, which hosts regular markets and events. The area is surrounded by rolling countryside, offering easy access to the Dorset Downs and the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The town has a range of independent shops, cafes, and traditional pubs, reflecting its rural character. Blandford Forum is also home to the Blandford Fashion Museum, showcasing local history and costume. The River Stour provides opportunities for walking and wildlife spotting, with paths leading to nearby villages. The town serves as a hub for the surrounding agricultural communities, maintaining a quiet, small-town atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Blandford Forum Town has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blandford Forum Town is £44,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Blandford Forum Town: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
19.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blandford Forum Town Population
10,359
Population density
2,964.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,647
93.11%
Other White
311
3%
Other Asian
85
0.82%
Irish
52
0.5%
Other
42
0.41%
Total population: 10,361

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,664
34.91%
Owns with a mortgage
1,349
28.3%
Other social rented
811
17.01%
Private landlord or letting agency
694
14.56%
Other forms of private rent
103
2.16%
Total households: 4,767

Property prices in Blandford Forum Town

Based on 170 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Blandford Forum Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,000 up to £800,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Blandford Forum Town in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Blandford Forum Town over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached44£398,500
Flats36£130,250
Semi-Detached19£320,000
Terraced71£246,000

10 years median price trend in Blandford Forum Town

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Blandford Forum Town.

All postcodes in Blandford Forum Town

DT117PU

Salisbury Street

DT117UR

Littletowns

DT117UN

Eastleaze Road

DT117AW

River Mews

DT117FU

Maple Tree Close

DT117GY

Salisbury Road

DT117JA

Albert Street

DT117JR

Victoria Road

DT117PE

St Leonard's Avenue

DT117PG

Andrew Close

DT117PZ

St Leonard's Avenue

DT117QP

Alexandra Street

DT117XG

Black Lane

DT117YD

Alner Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.