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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Dorchester Road
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Two Droves
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Holway Lane
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Acreman Street
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Sandy Lane
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Sandy Lane
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Ash Tree Close
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Hilling Lane
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Castle Lane
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Central Farm Lane
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Crown Gardens
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Middle Street
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Middle Street
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Church Lane
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Chine Hill Lane
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Church Hill
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Elm Lane
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Aspen Road
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Wheatlands
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Rural Lane
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Duck Street
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Fry's Lane
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Alton Lane
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Abbey Street
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Paynes Close
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Northover Close
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Athelhampton Road
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Church Lane
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Mulberry Gardens
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Dorchester Road
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York Close
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Birch Way
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Hartfoot Lane
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St Helen's Lane
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Cranes Meadow
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Harvest Hill
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Burn View
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Sherren Avenue
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Hawthorn Road
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Church Lane
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Acreman Street
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Lydden Meadow
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Down End
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The Plain
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Robins Garden
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Willow View
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The Green
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Bookham Lane
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Main Road
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Main Road
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High Street
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Drake's Lane
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Church Lane
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Beech Road
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Coombe Road
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Ash Hill
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Frome View
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Furbers Paddock
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Strodes Lane
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Cedar Road
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Laurel Way
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Duck Street
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Church Street
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Callway Lane
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Wightman's Orchard
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Paynes Close
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High Street
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Cuckoo Lane
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Little Lane
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Little Lane
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Orford Street
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Back Lane