55, James Road
55, James Road
Description & Estimates
According to the public record, 55, James Road, Dorchester is a mid-century freehold house with 1,528 ft2 of internal area and sits on a 633 m2 plot.
Houses of this size in this area normally have 4 bedrooms with a garden.
Based on available information, and assuming reasonable condition, the estimated sale value for 55, James Road, Dorchester is £481,040 and the estimated rental value is £1,680 per month.
James Road, Dorchester, DT1 is located within the DT1 postal district.
Our Data Sources
55, James Road, Dorchester has 31 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in October 2016 and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2012.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 1 out of 5 and is considered of low accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
Decorative condition can have a big effect on a property's value and this effect varies depending on the type, size and location of the property.
If 55, James Road, Dorchester is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £505,092 and a rental value of £1,764 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £447,368 and a rental value of £1,563 per month.
Recent Market Change
Over the past 12 months, the estimated sale value of 55, James Road, Dorchester has moved down by £10,650 (2.2%), while its estimated rental value has increased by £44 per month (2.6%). Based on current estimates, the property offers a gross rental yield of 4.2%.
Plot Size
According to data from HM Land Registry, 55, James Road, Dorchester sits on a plot of 633 m2.
We have plot size data on 36 out of 39 other houses in the postcode and 55, James Road, Dorchester sits on the 4th largest plot.
Energy Efficiency
55, James Road, Dorchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 29 Oct 2012.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 55, James Road, Dorchester was last sold on 14th October 2016 for £440,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has had 3 sales since 1995.
Since October 2016, the market for similar properties has risen by 11.6%.
- Sold Oct 2016£440,000
- Sold Jan 2001£133,000
- Sold Apr 1997£76,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 3 sales of properties similar to 55, James Road, Dorchester within a radius of 760 metres over the last 2 years.
The most recent example is 7, Hutchins Close, Dorchester, DT1 2RH, a freehold house which sold for £500,000 on the 28th March 2025.
Read more about house prices in DT1.
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
James Road, Dorchester, DT1 has a total of 39 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 55, James Road, Dorchester is the 3rd largest and the 6th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £148k more expensive than the average property in DT1.
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Schools Nearby
- 300mThe Prince of Wales School
- 1.3kmDamers First School
- 1.6kmSt Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester
- 300mThe Thomas Hardye School
- 3.6kmDorset Studio School
- 7.2kmWey Valley Academy
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Public Transport Nearby
The closest station to 55, James Road, Dorchester is Dorchester West station, which is 800 metres away.
- 800mDorchester West
- 1.1kmDorchester South
- 6.5kmUpwey
Available Internet Speeds
According to recent data from Ofcom, superfast broadband is available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be very low.
