The Fovant & Chalke Valley ward is located in the southern part of Wiltshire, England. It encompasses a mix of rural villages, farmland, and areas of natural beauty. The ward includes settlements such as Fovant, Broad Chalke, and Bowerchalke, each with their own distinct character. The landscape is shaped by the River Ebble and the surrounding chalk downlands, which are part of the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The area has a strong agricultural heritage, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. Historic features, including ancient churches and traditional thatched cottages, reflect its long-standing rural identity. The ward also has connections to military history, with the Fovant Badges—chalk hill carvings created by soldiers during World War I—being a notable landmark. Community life centres around village halls, local pubs, and events that bring residents together.
On average Fovant & Chalke Valley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 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 Fovant & Chalke Valley is £47,619 per year. There are 2 schools in Fovant & Chalke Valley: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 39 recent sales, the median property price is £550,000 in Fovant & Chalke Valley area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £1,140,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 29 | £625,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 2 | £224,375 |
| Terraced | 8 | £384,000 |
10 years price trend in Fovant & Chalke Valley
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Wilton, Nadder & Ebble
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The Cleeves
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Tisbury, Donhead & Tollard Royal
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Coster's Lane
SP55HS
Wilton, Nadder & Ebble
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Handley Street
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Ox Drove
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Dean Lane
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Groveley Road
SP34BH
Wilton, Nadder & Ebble
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Wilton, Nadder & Ebble
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Panters Road
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Panters Road
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Blandford Road
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Mill Lane
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Chalk Pyt Road
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Handley Street
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Duck Street
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Wilton, Nadder & Ebble
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Blandford Road
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Luke Street
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Dean Lane
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Tisbury, Donhead & Tollard Royal
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Pitts Lane
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Church Street
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Pelham Court
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Howgare Road
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Crook Hill
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Clap Lane
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Tisbury, Donhead & Tollard Royal
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.