| Council | Dorset |
| Crime Rate | Above Average for a South West village 55% below the national average. |
| Vibe | 😴 Sleepy |
| Demographics | 🌻 Retirees |
The average house price in Melbury Osmond is £373,750, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Melbury Osmond house price trends over the last 30 years.
£373,750
£477,753
£127,500
£310,000
£256,500
Is Melbury Osmond a nice place to live?
Yes, Melbury Osmond 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. Expect a relaxed, countryside way of life away from the hustle and bustle.
How safe is Melbury Osmond?
Melbury Osmond has an above average crime rate for a South West village, with around 34 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 55% below the national average, and 27% 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 Osmond?
Melbury Osmond has 2 schools nearby. The best-rated schools are Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School and St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, both rated Good by Ofsted.
What are the demographics of Melbury Osmond?
The majority of residents in Melbury Osmond identify as White (British) (93%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (93%). The most common religion is Christian (62%).