Stour & Allen Vale is a ward located in the northern part of Dorset, encompassing rural and semi-rural areas. The ward includes villages such as Sturminster Newton, Stalbridge, and Blandford Forum, which serve as local hubs for services and amenities. The landscape is characterised by rolling farmland, river valleys, and small woodlands, with the River Stour and its tributaries shaping much of the area's geography.
The ward has a mix of agricultural land and residential communities, with a focus on traditional farming and local businesses. Transport links include the A357 and A303 roads, connecting the area to larger towns like Salisbury and Yeovil. The ward also features historic sites, including old mills and churches, reflecting its long-standing rural heritage. Community events and markets are central to local life, particularly in the larger settlements.
On average Stour & Allen Vale has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 32 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stour & Allen Vale is £51,891 per year. There are 4 schools in Stour & Allen Vale: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 31 recent sales, the median property price is £540,000 in Stour & Allen Vale area, with individual transactions ranging from £267,000 up to £1,525,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £576,500; semi-detached at £525,000; terraced at £405,000;.
10 years price trend in Stour & Allen Vale
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Sturminster Marshall & Crichel
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Elm Gardens
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Back Lane
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The Broads
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Furzehill
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Barnsley Drove
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Pond Head
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Sturminster Marshall & Crichel