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 84 recent sales, the median property price is £412,500 in Charminster St Mary's area, with individual transactions ranging from £134,400 up to £1,325,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £536,000; semi-detached at £355,000; terraced at £278,000; flats at £173,000.
10 years price trend in Charminster St Mary's
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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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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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Locks Lane
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Ash Hill
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Ryelands Way
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Laurel Way
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Church Lane
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Mill Lane
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East Hill
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Down End
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Ash Hill
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Hawthorn Road
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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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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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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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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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Hawthorn Road
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Acacia Drive
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Church Lane
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Ellerslie Close
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Drakes Lane
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Highfield Close
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Ryelands Way
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Copyhold Lane
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Pound Close
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Acacia Drive
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Church View
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Meadow Bottom
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Cuckoo Lane
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Aspen Road
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North Street
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Elm Lane
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Church Lane
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Bockhampton Lane
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The Plain
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Barton Gardens
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Church Lane
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Bockhampton Lane
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Magnolia Drive
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Charlotte Close
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East Hill
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Dorchester Road
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Frome View
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Yew Tree Lane
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Ash Road
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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Church Lane
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East Hill
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Brook Close
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Dorchester Road
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Charlton Down, Cerne Abbas & Puddletown
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The Rise
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Brownes Place
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Manor Close
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Dorchester Road
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Manor Lane
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Haydon Hill Close