Child Okeford and Iwerne Minster are neighbouring villages in North Dorset, nestled in the Blackmore Vale. The area is characterised by rolling farmland, chalk downlands, and the River Stour, which flows nearby. Both villages have historic roots, with Child Okeford featuring a medieval church and Iwerne Minster known for its Georgian architecture. The landscape offers walking routes, including paths along Hambledon Hill, an Iron Age hillfort with panoramic views.
The villages maintain a quiet, rural atmosphere with local amenities such as pubs, shops, and a primary school. Agriculture plays a significant role in the area, with dairy and arable farming common. The nearby market towns of Blandford Forum and Shaftesbury provide additional services. The area is well-connected by road, with the A350 linking to larger towns. The villages attract visitors interested in history, countryside walks, and the slower pace of rural Dorset life.
On average Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster is £48,300 per year. There are 8 schools in Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £425,000 in Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster area, with individual transactions ranging from £108,000 up to £1,655,337.
By property type: detached homes sit at £482,500; semi-detached at £357,500; terraced at £315,000;.
10 years price trend in Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP55AX
Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP70DE
Dinah's Hollow
SP70DR
Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP70DZ
Quarry Lane
SP70PS
West Street
SP78QB
Higher Blandford Road
DT118EH
High Street
DT118LE
Boyne's Lane
SP70JE
Buddens Lane
SP70NF
Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP70NR
Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP70PB
North Street
DT110SF
Blandford Road
DT110SL
Church Road
DT118EY
The Hollow
DT118HF
Aplands Close
DT118LX
Higher Street
DT118QD
Main Street
DT118QY
Common Drove
SP70AG
Foyle Hill
SP70AJ
Denham Drive
SP70AS
Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP70DT
Spread Eagle Hill
SP70EB
Higher Blandford Road
SP70JR
Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP70JY
Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP70NY
Church Close
SP70PD
North Street
DT118DZ
Greenway
DT118HD
Cooper Gardens
DT118HU
Portman Drive
DT118NZ
The Street
SP70BY
Pitts Lane
SP70LA
Child Okeford & Iwerne Minster
SP70LU
French Hill Lane