B+
Liveable Score

Very Good Area

C+

Outdoor Spaces

C

Amenities

C

Transport

C

Schools

CouncilDorset
Crime Rate
✓low
Vibe
😴 Sleepy🐄 Rural
Demographics
🌻 Retirees
Interactive liveability map of Thorncombe showing color-coded areas with Liveable Scores ranging from A+ (Outstanding - dark green) to C (Challenged - red). Crime hotspots are marked with red pulsing indicators in 3 locations. Thorncombe boundary is outlined in blue.Map allows users to explore different neighborhoods and their liveability ratings within the area.
C
C+
B
B+
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A+
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Nearby Places

Winsham

village

B+

3.0 km away

Marshwood

village

B

3.8 km away

Outdoor Spaces

AllotmentsAllotments
Adequate
Play SpacePlay Space
Limited
Golf CourseGolf Course
Limited
Public ParkPublic Park
Limited
Tennis CourtTennis Court
Limited
Bowling GreenBowling Green
Limited
Playing FieldPlaying Field
Sparse

Local Amenities

Pubs & BarsPubs & Bars
Limited
Restaurants & CafesRestaurants & Cafes
Limited
Retail ShoppingRetail Shopping
Limited
SupermarketsSupermarkets
Limited
TakeawaysTakeaways
Limited

Transport Links

No train or motorway links found nearby

Schools

Outstanding
0 Schools
Good
0 Schools
Requires Improvement
0 Schools
Thorncombe, St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
Winsham Primary School

House Prices

all dwelling types

£388,182

detached houses

£527,773

flats and maisonettes

£220,800

semi detached houses

£294,909

terraced houses

£286,130

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thorncombe a nice place to live?

Yes, Thorncombe 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 Thorncombe?

Thorncombe has a very low crime rate of 20.9 crimes per 1,000 people, making it one of the safest areas.

What are the demographics of Thorncombe?

The majority of residents in Thorncombe identify as White (British) (96%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (96%). The most common religion is Christian (59%).