Stalbridge & Marnhull ward is located in the northern part of Dorset, near the border with Somerset. The area includes the historic market town of Stalbridge and the village of Marnhull, along with surrounding rural settlements. The landscape is characterised by rolling farmland, small woodlands, and quiet country lanes, typical of the Blackmore Vale region. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, with dairy farming being prominent.
The ward has a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern housing, reflecting its gradual growth over time. Stalbridge retains its market town charm, with a small high street offering local shops and services. Marnhull, known as the inspiration for Thomas Hardy's "Marlott" in *Tess of the d'Urbervilles*, has a strong sense of community. The area is served by primary schools, village halls, and churches, with limited public transport connecting it to larger towns like Sherborne and Sturminster Newton.
On average Stalbridge & Marnhull has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stalbridge & Marnhull is £45,200 per year. There are 3 schools in Stalbridge & Marnhull: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Stalbridge & Marnhull area, with individual transactions ranging from £157,500 up to £790,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £450,000; semi-detached at £282,500; terraced at £266,500;.
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Bakers Field
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Sturminster Newton & Stalbridge
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Moorside
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Corner Close
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Great Down Lane
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Cale Close
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Station Road
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New Street
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Kentisworth Road
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Sackmore Lane
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Burton Street
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Bagber Road
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Drove Road
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Barrow Hill
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Church Hill
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Robinson Heights
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Eastop Lane
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Sturminster Newton & Stalbridge
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Flanders Close
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King's Mill Lane
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Great Down Lane
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Old Mill Lane
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Sackmore Lane
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Chestnut Close
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Thrift Close
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Blackmore Road
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Park Road
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Walton Elm Hill
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Church Hill
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Ring Street
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Burton Street
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Salisbury Street
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Common Lane
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Sackmore Green
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Cook's Lane
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Golden Hill
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Ring Street
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Vale Road
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New Street
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Moorside
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Burton Street
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Fellowsmead
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Blackmore Road
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Duncliffe Close
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Hardy Close
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Carent Close
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Eastwell Lane
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Silk House Barton
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Gold Street
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Station Road
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Ring Street
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Caundle Lane
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High Street
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Grosvenor Road
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Coppern Way
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Thornhill Road
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Lower Road
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Station Road
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Barnes Close
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Kentisworth Road
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Cook's Lane
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Barrow Hill
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Ring Street
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New Road
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Shipney Lane
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Brimble Cottages
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Cale Close
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Common Lane
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Station Road
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Plowman Close
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Crown Road
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Common Lane
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Stalbridge Road
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Stalbridge Close
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Boyle Close
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Drove Close
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Holt Hill
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High Street
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Church Hill
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Wood Lane
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High Street
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Salisbury Street
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Burges Close
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Mounters Close
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Burton Street
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Drew's Lane
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Lovells Mead
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Woodlands Mead
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Pile Lane
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