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About

West Parley ward is situated in eastern Dorset, encompassing the village of West Parley itself and surrounding rural land. The area is largely defined by the River Stour, which forms its western boundary, and the A348 road running through it. Land use is a mix of residential development, farmland, and some light industrial estates near the key transport routes. The settlement pattern is primarily low-density, with a notable amount of open space and agricultural fields between built-up areas.

The ward includes the distinct neighbourhood of Trickett's Cross, a modern housing development. A significant portion of the area's eastern side falls within the floodplain of the River Stour, influencing its topography and land use. The local landscape is characterised by flat, low-lying meadows near the river, with the land gently rising away from the watercourse. This geography has historically shaped the parish, with farming remaining a visible presence alongside newer commuter-focused housing.

Area overview

On average West Parley has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 29 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 0.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in West Parley is £56,786 per year. There are 1 schools in West Parley: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). West Parley is home to around 3,660 people, with a population density of about 742.8 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
29
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
0.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

West Parley Population
3,660
Population density
742.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Anti-social behaviour
13.93(-8%)
Violence and sexual offences
13.11(-60%)
Burglary
5.19(+90%)
Other theft
3.55(-37%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.28(-50%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,491
95.38%
Other White
57
1.56%
Irish
26
0.71%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
17
0.46%
White and Asian (mixed)
17
0.46%
Total population: 3,660

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
998
30.82%
Level 3 (A level)
534
16.49%
No qualifications
505
15.6%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
495
15.29%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
345
10.65%
Total 16+ residents: 3,238

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
969
60.45%
Owns with a mortgage
485
30.26%
Private landlord or letting agency
102
6.36%
Other forms of private rent
29
1.81%
Other social rented
10
0.62%
Total households: 1,603

Property prices in West Parley

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £505,000 in West Parley area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £2,375,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Parley 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 West Parley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached45£557,500
Flats6£235,000
Semi-Detached2£409,998
Terraced8£367,623

10 years median price trend in West Parley

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

All postcodes in West Parley

BH228PS

Chine Walk

BH228SN

Christchurch Road

BH228LY

Cresta Gardens

BH228PY

Crescent Walk

BH228QH

Berkley Avenue

BH228RB

Dudsbury Road

BH228GE

Kensington Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.