Our Data Sources
Forge Cottage, Dorchester has a single entry in the Land Registry from August 2011 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2022.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate Forge Cottage, Dorchester would be worth £397,074, with a potential rental value of £1,527 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £351,695, with a rental value of £1,353 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Forge Cottage, Dorchester occupies a 698 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 22 other houses in this postcode, 13 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 9th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Forge Cottage, Dorchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 21 Jul 2022.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, electric.
Sold Prices
Forge Cottage, Dorchester last changed hands on 3rd August 2011, selling for £245,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 47.9% since August 2011.
- Sold Aug 2011£245,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 163 sales of comparable properties within 4.4 kilometres of Forge Cottage, Dorchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 31, Herrison Road, Dorchester, DT2 9RJ, a freehold house, sold at £390,000 on the 27th March 2025.
Read more about house prices in DT2.
- Sold Mar 2025£390,000 | 3 Bed House31, Herrison Road, Dorchester, DT2 9RJ31, Herrison Road, Dorchester, DT2 9RJ
- Sold Jun 2023£385,000 | 3 Bed House4, Herrison Road, Dorchester, DT2 9RJ4, Herrison Road, Dorchester, DT2 9RJ
- Sold May 2016£305,000 | 3 Bed HouseHoneysuckle Cottage, Dorchester, DT2 7AHHoneysuckle Cottage, Dorchester, DT2 7AH
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks Forge Cottage, Dorchester as the 36th largest and the 35th most expensive of the 44 addresses on Godmanstone, Dorchester, DT2.
Against the DT2 postcode district average, it is £40k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Cerne Abbas CofE VC First School4.1 km away
- Piddle Valley Church of England First School4.6 km away
- St Mary's Church of England First School, Charminster4.7 km away
- The Thomas Hardye School7.4 km away
- Dorset Studio School7.9 km away
- Wey Valley Academy14.5 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Maiden Newton|6.7 km away
- Dorchester West|7.3 km away
- Dorchester South|7.6 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
