Sherborne Rural ward is located in the county of Dorset, covering a mix of farmland, villages, and open countryside. The area includes settlements such as Oborne, Castleton, and Poyntington, each with their own distinct character. The landscape is shaped by rolling hills, small woodlands, and the River Yeo, which flows through parts of the ward. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, with arable and dairy farming common in the area.
The ward is part of the larger Sherborne community, with many residents commuting to the nearby market town for work and services. Historic features, such as medieval churches and traditional stone cottages, can be found in the villages. Public footpaths and bridleways provide access to the surrounding countryside, making it popular for walking and outdoor activities. The area has a quiet, rural atmosphere, with limited development preserving its agricultural heritage.
On average Sherborne Rural has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sherborne Rural is £47,980 per year. There are 4 schools in Sherborne Rural: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 42 recent sales, the median property price is £393,375 in Sherborne Rural area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £1,100,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £457,500; semi-detached at £305,000; terraced at £268,500;.
10 years price trend in Sherborne Rural
DT95NR
New Road
DT96PX
Grange Park
DT96SQ
Back Lane
DT94TA
Granary Orchard
DT95QF
Newland Lane
DT96RJ
Westbury
DT94QG
Folly Lane
DT94RA
Marl Lane
DT96FF
Pound Road
DT96QJ
Longdown
DT96RH
Mill Lane
DT96SA
North Street
DT96SE
North Street
DT102BD
Peaceful Lane
DT94JY
Crackmore
DT95GD
North Lane
DT95HS
Folke Lane
DT96RL
Ambrose Close
DT96QQ
Church Road
DT96QW
Digby Crescent
DT94SP
Abels Lane
DT94ST
Down Lane
DT95DT
London Road
DT95QX
Yetminster, Bradford Abbas & Longburton
DT95QQ
Milborne, Winterborne & Okeford Fitzpaine
DT96RQ
Yetminster, Bradford Abbas & Longburton
DT95QH
Stock Hill Lane
DT94SH
Barrows Lane
DT95JH
Vincents Close
BA229UZ
Clifton Hill
DT94RR
Yetminster, Bradford Abbas & Longburton
DT94SD
Pink Knoll Hollow
DT95HY
Vincents Close
DT96QF
Bembury Lane
DT94LY
Middle Ridge Lane
DT94QX
Compton Acres
DT94RG
Plum Orchard
DT94SB
Dark Lane
DT95JA
Ashcombe Lane
DT95NN
Church Green
DT95NS
Gainsborough Hill
DT96RD
Church Road
BA215BT
Sherborne Road
BA215BZ
Compton Road