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About

Swanage ward is located in the Purbeck district of Dorset, covering the coastal town of Swanage and its surrounding areas. The ward includes the town centre, residential neighbourhoods, and parts of the nearby countryside. Swanage is known for its proximity to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and features a mix of historic buildings and modern developments. The area has a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.

The ward benefits from its coastal location, with a sandy beach and a working harbour. Tourism plays a significant role in the local economy, with visitors drawn to the scenic coastline and outdoor activities. Public transport links connect Swanage to nearby towns, including Wareham and Poole. The ward also includes green spaces, such as the Durlston Country Park, which offers walking trails and wildlife spotting opportunities. The community is active, with various events and festivals held throughout the year.

Area overview

On average Swanage has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Swanage is £40,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Swanage: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
10.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Swanage Population
9,426
Population density
842.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,772
93.12%
Other White
302
3.21%
Other
60
0.64%
Irish
56
0.59%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
35
0.37%
Total population: 9,420

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,293
50.81%
Owns with a mortgage
852
18.88%
Private landlord or letting agency
658
14.58%
Other social rented
480
10.64%
Other forms of private rent
133
2.95%
Total households: 4,513

Property prices in Swanage

Based on 182 recent sales, the median property price is £360,000 in Swanage area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £1,485,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Swanage in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Swanage over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached54£613,500
Flats75£255,400
Semi-Detached20£360,000
Terraced33£345,000

10 years median price trend in Swanage

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Swanage.

All postcodes in Swanage

BH192SN

Alderbury Close

BH192QZ

Swanage

BH192RH

Hillview Road

BH192RQ

Priest's Road

BH192AE

Grosvenor Road

BH192BH

Manor Road

BH192DD

Grosvenor Road

BH192ET

Queen's Road

BH192EZ

Mount Scar

BH192JF

Southcliffe Road

BH192JZ

Casterbridge Close

BH192LR

High Street

BH192NS

High Street

BH192QJ

Howard Road

BH192RW

Priest's Road

BH192RX

Steer Road

BH192SH

Bell Street

BH192TH

Cow Lane

BH192PL

High Street

BH191AJ

Victoria Avenue

BH191DF

Commercial Road

BH191DR

Horsecliffe Lane

BH191DW

Horsecliffe Lane

BH191EY

Swanage

BH191JB

Bishops Row

BH191NY

Battle Mead

BH191NZ

De Moulham Road

BH191PJ

Vivian Park

BH191PP

Northbrook Road

BH191RD

Bay Close

BH191RG

Moor Road

BH192AG

Sentry Road

BH192BN

St Vast's Road

BH192LN

Broad Road

BH192RD

Manwell Drive

BH192SS

Benlease Way

BH199AE

Kings Road East

BH192SZ

Benlease Way

BH191RF

Moor Road

BH191EG

Rabling Road

BH191ES

Kings Road East

BH191HF

Kings Road West

BH191NR

De Moulham Road

BH191PS

Northbrook Road

BH192AH

Seymer Road

BH192DY

Salisbury Road

BH192EF

Atlantic Road

BH192EG

Atlantic Road

BH192ST

Benlease Way

BH193YH

Kings Road East

BH191BP

Burlington Road

BH191BQ

Ancaster Road

BH192TD

Swanage

BH191LF

Redcliffe Road

BH191NB

Redcliffe Road

BH191PT

Northbrook Road

BH191QN

Anglebury Avenue

BH191QY

Ballard Lee

BH192EQ

High Street

BH191AZ

Victoria Avenue

BH191BA

Findlay Place

BH192DJ

Durlston Road

BH191BD

Prospect Crescent

BH192AQ

Seymer Road

BH192BL

Exeter Road

BH192DZ

Newton Road

BH192EU

Queen's Road

BH192JW

Day's Road

BH192PP

Swanage

BH192QN

Hillsea Road

BH192SG

Jubilee Road

BH191QX

Ballard Way

BH192PJ

Swanage

BH192DQ

Peveril Road

BH192JH

Lighthouse Road

BH191DL

Rempstone Road

BH191HJ

Kings Road West

BH191HS

Cecil Road

BH191LB

Shore Road

BH191NF

Streche Road

BH191PX

De Moulham Road

BH191QS

Washpond Lane

BH192LH

Shottsford Close

BH192ND

High Street

BH192NQ

High Street

BH192RU

Steer Road

BH193DH

Brickyard Lane

BH191FE

Prospect Way

BH191HX

Church Hill

BH191HA

Eldon Terrace

BH191LN

Moor Road

BH191RN

Cauldron Meadows

BH192BP

Cluny Crescent

BH192RR

Priest's Road

BH192RZ

Bell Street

BH192SA

Bell Street

BH192SF

Jubilee Road

BH192SU

Benlease Way

BH192EP

Queen's Road

BH192PH

High Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.