Dorchester West is a ward in the county town of Dorset, covering the western part of Dorchester. The area includes residential neighborhoods, local amenities, and green spaces such as Borough Gardens. It is bordered by the River Frome and features a mix of historic and modern housing. The ward is home to several schools and is within walking distance of Dorchester town center, providing easy access to shops and services.
The area has a strong sense of community, with events often held at the Corn Exchange or Borough Gardens. Public transport links connect Dorchester West to nearby areas, including Weymouth and Poole. The ward also has a mix of independent businesses and chain stores, catering to daily needs. Its location near the countryside offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities along the river and surrounding paths.
On average Dorchester West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 97 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dorchester West is £46,272 per year. There are 2 schools in Dorchester West: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Dorchester West area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £1,160,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 21 | £465,000 |
| Flats | 30 | £180,250 |
| Semi-Detached | 19 | £335,000 |
| Terraced | 54 | £300,000 |
10 years price trend in Dorchester West
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Edward Road
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Edward Road
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Coburg Road
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Coburg Road
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Damer's Road
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Cambridge Road
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North Square
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Charles Street
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High West Street
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Cambridge Road
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Cornwall Road
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Northernhay
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Barrack Road
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Somerleigh Road
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Charles Street
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Albert Road
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High West Street
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Elizabeth Place
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Cambridge Road
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Holly Close
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Miller's Close
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Capitol Close
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Dorchester East
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Dorchester North
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High East Street
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Poundbury Road
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Garfield Avenue
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Castle Close
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Margaret Place
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Friary Lane
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Albert Road
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West Mills Road
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Poets Way
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Queen's Avenue
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Alice Road
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Prince's Street
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Dorchester North
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Charles Street
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New Street
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Poundbury Road
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Alexandra Terrace
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High West Street
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Glyde Path Road
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Garfield Avenue
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Dorchester East
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Castle Close
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Celtic Crescent
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Augustan Close
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Cornwall Road
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High West Street
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Caters Place
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Alexandra Road
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Whitfield Road
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Diana Close
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Trinity Street
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High East Street
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School Lane
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Florence Road
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James Close
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Wessex Road
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Hawthorn Close
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Maiden Castle Road
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Dorchester North
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.