A Strong Local Scene with Some Gaps

Dorchester West offers excellent transport links and convenient access to healthcare, reflected in its high scores for travel and health. The neighbourhood benefits from a strong local life scene with a good selection of cafés and venues, alongside a very high Environment score indicating low flood risk. While schools are a weaker area, residents will appreciate the overall quality of life and the neighbourhood’s accessibility.

Crime rate in Dorchester West

Crime rate

Crime rate

94.8 per 1,000 people

Percentile

24th percentile nationally

Crime levels are higher than most neighbourhoods nationally.

House prices in Dorchester West

House prices

Average sold price

£220,000

Percentile

27th percentile nationally

House prices are below most neighbourhoods nationally.

Schools in Dorchester West

Schools

6th percentile nationally

Flood risk in Dorchester West

Flood risk

50th percentile nationally

Transport in Dorchester West

Transport

91st percentile nationally

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