Chalk Valleys is a rural ward in Dorset, known for its rolling chalk downlands and agricultural landscapes. The area is characterised by open fields, small villages, and scattered farmsteads, with a strong connection to traditional farming practices. The chalk geology supports a mix of arable farming and livestock grazing, shaping the local economy and environment.
The ward includes several historic villages, such as Fontmell Magna and Compton Abbas, which feature stone cottages and parish churches. The landscape is crossed by quiet country lanes and footpaths, including sections of the Wessex Ridgeway long-distance trail. Chalk Valleys offers a quiet, countryside setting with limited development, preserving its rural character. The area is also known for its wildlife, particularly chalk grassland species.
On average Chalk Valleys has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chalk Valleys is £51,278 per year. There are 4 schools in Chalk Valleys: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 48 recent sales, the median property price is £382,500 in Chalk Valleys area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £1,200,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 22 | £590,000 |
| Flats | 1 | £250,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 16 | £325,000 |
| Terraced | 9 | £323,000 |
10 years price trend in Chalk Valleys
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
DT110DQ
Duck Street
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Cosmore Drove
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Giant Close
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Abbots Walk
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Streetway Lane
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Church Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Dorchester Road
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Hartfoot Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Manor Close
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High Street
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Church Row
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Greenways
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Church Street
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Hartfoot Lane
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Church Lane
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Sandy Lane
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Swan Lane
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The Maltings
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Dorchester Road
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Church Hill View
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Bookham Lane
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Streetway Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Streetway Lane
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Hartfoot Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Ripp's Lane
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Church Lane
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London Close
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Dorchester Road
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Church Lane
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Kennels Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Drake's Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Northover Close
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Church Hill
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Broadridge View
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Cuckoo Lane
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The Folly
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Sydling Road
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Tullon's Lane
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Church Hill
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Hartfoot Close
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Sandy Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Badger Lane
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High Street
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Back Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Pound Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Holcombe Mead
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Piddle Lane
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Acreman Street
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Sandy Lane
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Sandy Lane
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Hilling Lane
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Castle Lane
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Middle Street
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Middle Street
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Church Lane
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Church Hill
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Fry's Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Alton Lane
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Abbey Street
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Brightsmead
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Milborne, Winterborne & Okeford Fitzpaine
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Paynes Close
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Northover Close
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Cranes Meadow
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Hartfoot Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Acreman Street
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Lydden Meadow
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Robins Garden
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Church Lane
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Drake's Lane
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Hilling Lane
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Bookham Lane
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Acreman Close
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High Street
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Duck Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.