| Council | Dorset |
| Crime Rate | Average for a South West village 88% below the national average. |
| Vibe | 😴 Sleepy |
| Demographics | 🌻 Retirees🏠 Homeowner Families |
No train or motorway links found nearby
The average house price in Melbury Abbas is £423,375, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Melbury Abbas house price trends over the last 30 years.
£423,375
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Is Melbury Abbas a nice place to live?
Yes, Melbury Abbas is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Dorset. It particularly appeals to retirees and homeowner families. Expect a relaxed, countryside way of life away from the hustle and bustle.
How safe is Melbury Abbas?
Melbury Abbas has an average crime rate for a South West village, with around 9 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 88% below the national average, and 81% below the Dorset average. The comparison is stabilised for a small population. Most incidents are concentrated around a single location.
What are the best schools in Melbury Abbas?
Melbury Abbas has 5 schools nearby. Schools rated Good by Ofsted include Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury School, The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, Shaftesbury. Note: 1 school is currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Melbury Abbas?
The majority of residents in Melbury Abbas identify as White (British) (95%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (93%). The most common religion is Christian (58%).