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Marshwood Vale

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About

Marshwood Vale ward lies within the western part of Dorset, encompassing a distinct, low-lying bowl of countryside defined by its pastoral farmland and small, scattered settlements. The area is characterised by its patchwork of hedged fields and quiet, narrow lanes that connect hamlets like Fishpond Bottom and Birdsmoorgate. The landscape is predominantly agricultural, with dairy and beef farming shaping the gentle, green scenery.

A notable feature is the presence of the Iron Age hillforts of Pilsdon Pen and Lewesdon Hill, which mark the vale's northern rim and offer expansive views. The area feels removed from busier coastal towns, with its own network of streams feeding the River Char. Community life centres on local institutions like the village hall and the primary school in the parish of Marshwood.

Area overview

On average Marshwood Vale has high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 6.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Marshwood Vale is £49,386 per year. There are 3 schools in Marshwood Vale: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
6.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Marshwood Vale

Median price£405,000
Price per sq ft£339
Sales (last 12 months)58
Typical range (middle 50%)£314K – £646K

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £405,000 (about £339 per square foot) in Marshwood Vale area, with individual transactions ranging from £170,000 up to £2,145,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Marshwood Vale over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached38£473,750£355
Semi-Detached8£363,500£326
Flats1£350,000£—
Terraced11£240,000£289

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Marshwood Vale

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Marshwood Vale.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£457,500£180,000£312,500£222,000
2017£491,000£182,500£275,650£295,000
2018£415,000£192,000£338,000£296,000
2019£450,000£125,000£285,000£253,500
2020£485,000£149,000£325,000£287,500
2021£504,000£272,500£300,000£247,000
2022£530,000£195,000£374,656£449,000
2023£522,500£410,000£295,000
2024£665,000£450,000£278,750£295,000
2025£512,500£273,750£355,000£244,375
2026£490,000£363,500£232,500
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Marshwood Vale.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Marshwood Vale.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£287£232£289£255
2017£296£234£266£284
2018£316£202£269£228
2019£299£190£283£289
2020£319£196£290£264
2021£338£268£276£271
2022£394£285£311£401
2023£387£315£333
2024£345£211£244£291
2025£335£258£326£356
2026£381£258
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Marshwood Vale.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Marshwood Vale in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Dorset district.

Band A£1,843
Band B£2,151
Band C£2,458
Band D£2,765
Band E£3,379
Band F£3,994
Band G£4,608
Band H£5,530

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Marshwood Vale ward.

Local councillors

Simon John Christopher

Marshwood Vale - Elected 2 May 2024

Conservative