Cranborne & Alderholt is a rural ward in Dorset, covering the villages of Cranborne, Alderholt, and surrounding hamlets. The area is characterised by rolling farmland, woodland, and chalk streams, with the River Allen flowing through parts of the ward. Cranborne, a historic village, is home to the 12th-century Cranborne Manor and its gardens, while Alderholt is a larger settlement with a mix of older cottages and newer housing developments.
The ward has a strong agricultural presence, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. Community facilities include village halls, primary schools, and local pubs, serving as social hubs. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with access to trails like the Cranborne Chase AONB. Public transport links are limited, reflecting its rural nature, with most residents relying on private vehicles. The ward maintains a quiet, countryside atmosphere while providing essential services for its residents.
On average Cranborne & Alderholt has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cranborne & Alderholt is £49,592 per year. There are 6 schools in Cranborne & Alderholt: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 42 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in Cranborne & Alderholt area, with individual transactions ranging from £220,000 up to £1,300,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £510,000; semi-detached at £325,000; terraced at £310,000; flats at £220,000.
10 years price trend in Cranborne & Alderholt
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Blackwater Grove
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South Hill
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Fordingbridge Road
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Coppers Close
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Blackwater Grove
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Hazel Close
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Silverdale Crescent
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Lime Tree Close
BH218LX
Park Lane
BH218LY
New Road
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Daggons Road
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Daggons Road
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Fern Close
BH215NL
Monkton Drove
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Parsonage Lane
BH215PT
Salisbury Street
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Attwood Close
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Beech Close
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Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
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Fernlea Gardens
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Hibberds Field
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Ash Close
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Down Lodge Close
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Cranborne Road
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Holly Grove Close
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Ash Close
BH217HN
Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
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Horton Road
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Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
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Daggons Road
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Daggons Road
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Cheater's Lane
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Birchwood Drive
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Station Road
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Monkton Drove
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Hillside Road
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Oak Road
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Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
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Coach Road
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Orchard Close
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Daggons Road
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Daggons Road
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Bottlebush Lane
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Butts Close
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Baileys Hill
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Grugs Lane
BH215QA
Castle Close
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Daggons Road
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Hayters Way
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Camel Green Road
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Churchill Drove
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Sandleheath Road
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Blackwater Close
BH215NA
Baileys Hill
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Friday's Heron
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Verwood Road
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Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
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Cranborne Road
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Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
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West View
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Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
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Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
BH215RL
Salisbury Street
BH317LH
Dewlands Road
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Hillbury Road
BH215NR
Park Lane
BH215PS
High Street
BH215QJ
Friday's Heron
BH215QP
Castle Hill Lane
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Park Lane
BH218LU
Chapel Lane
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Fir Tree Hill
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Alderholt & Sixpenny Handley
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Bagman's Lane
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Castle Hill Lane
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Kestrel Way
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Attwood Close