Charminster St Mary's is a ward located in the county of Dorset, England. It lies just north of the historic town of Dorchester, blending rural charm with proximity to urban amenities. The area is characterised by a mix of residential properties, open fields, and small local businesses. The River Cerne flows nearby, adding to the natural landscape.
The ward includes parts of the village of Charminster, known for its traditional thatched cottages and St Mary's Church, a Grade I listed building. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes and scenic views, with connections to Dorset’s wider footpath network. Public transport links provide easy access to Dorchester, making it a practical location for commuters. The area maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere while benefiting from nearby services.
On average Charminster St Mary's has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Charminster St Mary's is £51,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Charminster St Mary's: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £392,500 in Charminster St Mary's area, with individual transactions ranging from £119,000 up to £1,325,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 40 | £542,500 |
| Flats | 12 | £172,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 25 | £350,000 |
| Terraced | 11 | £278,000 |
10 years price trend in Charminster St Mary's
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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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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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Harvest Hill
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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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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Newcombe Lane
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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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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Herrison Road
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Fry's Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Pasture Lane
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Drakes Lane
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Dorchester Road
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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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Hornbeam Road
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Hollow Hill
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Hill View
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Ash Hill
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Granary Hill
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Slyer's Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Rickyard Close
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Westleaze
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Dorchester Road
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Bull Close
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Sherren Avenue
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Magiston Street
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Chestnut Road
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Long Ash Lane
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Hill View
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Church Lane
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Hawthorn Road
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Slyer's Lane
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Cocklands
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Ash Hill
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Church Lane
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Maurward Close
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The Plain
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Longhorn Hill
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Hawthorn Road
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Elm Lane
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Aspen Road
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Wheatlands
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Dorchester Road
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Church Lane
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Mulberry Gardens
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Rural Lane
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Dorchester Road
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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York Close
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Birch Way
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Harvest Hill
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Burn View
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Sherren Avenue
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Hawthorn Road
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Willow View
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Down End
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The Green
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Church Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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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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Cuckoo Lane
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Higher Charminster
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Gascoyne Lane
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Herrison Road
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Laburnum Road
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Vicarage Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.