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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Herrison Road
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Piddle Lane
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Wills Lane
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Hartfoot Lane
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The Cornfields
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Smith's Lane
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Styles Lane
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Orford Street
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Chapel View
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Laburnum Road
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Mill Lane
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Vicarage Lane
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Carpenters Close
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Hawthorn Road
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Dorchester Road
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Sandy Lane
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Sandy Lane
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Rew Lane
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Factory Lane
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Athelhampton Road
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Drake's Lane
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Rectory Road
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Charminster Lane
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Brymer Road
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Beech Road
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Locks Lane
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Ash Hill
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Ryelands Way
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Laurel Way
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Fry's Lane
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Sandy Lane
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Southover Lane
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Church Lane
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Alton Lane
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Badger Lane
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Church Lane
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High Street
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Mill Lane
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Meadow Close
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Major's Common
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Major's Common
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Factory Lane
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Coombe Road
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Dorchester Road
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East Hill
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Down End
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Ash Hill
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Main Road
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The Folly
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Long Lane
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Church Hill View
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Orchard Close
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Higher Charminster
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The Square
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Weir View
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Meadow Bottom
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Kennels Lane
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Spring Grove
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Ford Down Lane
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Trent Close
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Southover Lane
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Church Street
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Mill Street
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Butt Close
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Brymer Road
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Druce Lane
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Gascoyne Lane
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Church Lane
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Herrison Road
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Chestnut Road
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Dorchester Road
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Duck Street