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Chalk Valleys

About

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.

Area overview

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).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Chalk Valleys Population

4,788

Population density

29.6 per km²

Demographics

British

4,543

94.92%

Other White

119

2.49%

Irish

0.56%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

0.46%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.4%

Total population: 4,786

Housing

Owns outright

1,028

48.7%

Owns with a mortgage

481

22.79%

Private landlord or letting agency

277

13.12%

Other social rented

173

8.2%

Other forms of private rent

110

5.21%

Total households: 2,111

Property prices in Chalk Valleys

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £395,000 in Chalk Valleys area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £700,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Chalk Valleys over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	25	£510,000	£277,200	£430,000	£640,000	£678,000
Flats	1	£250,000	£250,000	£250,000	£250,000	£250,000
Semi-Detached	16	£325,000	£267,015	£318,750	£378,750	£440,625
Terraced	9	£330,000	£229,000	£245,000	£380,000	£441,000

10 years median price trend in Chalk Valleys

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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