Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas, and Puddletown are villages in Dorset, each with distinct characteristics. Charlton Down is a modern settlement with a mix of housing and local amenities, situated near Dorchester. Cerne Abbas is known for its historic charm, including the famous Cerne Abbas Giant chalk figure and medieval architecture. Puddletown, set along the River Piddle, features traditional thatched cottages and a strong sense of community.
The area is surrounded by rolling countryside, offering walking trails and scenic views. Local landmarks include the Cerne Abbas Abbey ruins and Thomas Hardy’s Cottage near Puddletown. The villages provide a blend of rural living with easy access to larger towns like Dorchester for shopping and transport links. The landscape is typical of Dorset, with farmland, woodlands, and quiet lanes.
On average Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 33 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown is £51,500 per year. There are 9 schools in Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 170 recent sales, the median property price is £385,000 in Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown area, with individual transactions ranging from £132,000 up to £1,325,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £520,500; semi-detached at £330,000; terraced at £312,000; flats at £179,000.
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Factory Lane
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Ripp's Lane
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Slyer's Lane
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Back Lane
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Abbey Court
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Chescombe
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Lackington Drove
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Orchard Close
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Bourne Drove
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Blandford Road
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Ilsington Road
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Brymer Road
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Westleaze Close
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Poundbury Road
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Drakes Lane
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Dorchester Road
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Hawthorn Road
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West End
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East Hill
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Common Drove
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Butt Close
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Church Lane
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Birch Way
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Gascoyne Lane
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Herrison Road
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Harvest Hill
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Abbots Walk
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Church Lane
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Dorchester Road
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East Hill
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Greenacre
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Greenacre
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Athelhampton Road
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Manor Close
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High Street
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High Street
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Ash Tree Close
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Meadow View
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Glebefields
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Brownes Place
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Ash Road
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Birch Way
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South Drive
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Central Farm Lane
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Greenways
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Church Street
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White Hill
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Swan Lane
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The Maltings
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Warren Road
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Blandford Road
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Milom Lane
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Orford Street
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Pasture Lane
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Drakes Lane
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Dorchester Road
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Dorchester Road
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Church Lane
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Church Hill View
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Duck Street
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Long Ash Lane
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Bookham Lane
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