Our Data Sources
Laurel Cottage, Dorchester has a single entry in the Land Registry from October 2018 and a single entry in the EPC database dated June 2017.
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
In very good condition, we estimate Laurel Cottage, Dorchester would be worth £494,547, with a potential rental value of £1,988 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £438,027, with a rental value of £1,761 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Laurel Cottage, Dorchester occupies a 4,869 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 21 other houses in this postcode, 16 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 5th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Laurel Cottage, Dorchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of F. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 14 Jun 2017.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (oil).
Sold Prices
Laurel Cottage, Dorchester last changed hands on 15th October 2018, selling for £401,000. 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 31.1% since October 2018.
- Sold Oct 2018£401,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 10 sales of comparable properties within 6.6 kilometres of Laurel Cottage, Dorchester since 2007.
Most recently, 9, Duck Street, Dorchester, DT2 7LA, a freehold house, sold at £592,500 on the 14th August 2024.
Read more about house prices in DT2.
- Sold Aug 2024£592,500 | 4 Bed House9, Duck Street, Dorchester, DT2 7LA9, Duck Street, Dorchester, DT2 7LA
- Sold Jul 2023£835,000 | 4 Bed HouseFreshfields, Dorchester, DT2 7DWFreshfields, Dorchester, DT2 7DW
- Sold Jun 2021£520,000 | 5 Bed HouseThe Old Bake House, Sherborne, DT9 5PHThe Old Bake House, Sherborne, DT9 5PH
- Sold Jun 2020£635,000 | 4 Bed HouseWhitehall Farm, South Street, Sherborne, DT9 6JGWhitehall Farm, South Street, Sherborne, DT9 6JG
- Sold Aug 2019£395,000 | 5 Bed HouseLittle Moreton, Sherborne, DT9 5PHLittle Moreton, Sherborne, DT9 5PH
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £484,991, ranging from £396,390 to £598,082.
- The Milestone
4 Bed House | 34 m | Est. Value: £541,094
- Purbeck Lodge
3 Bed House | 49 m | Est. Value: £461,764
- Dittisham House
4 Bed House | 54 m | Est. Value: £530,112
- Grange House
4 Bed House | 84 m | Est. Value: £598,082
- Midway
3 Bed House | 110 m | Est. Value: £423,654
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks Laurel Cottage, Dorchester as the largest and the 7th most expensive of the 21 addresses on Lyons Gate, Dorchester, DT2.
Against the DT2 postcode district average, it is £54k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School3.2 km away
- Cerne Abbas CofE VC First School4.6 km away
- All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School7.8 km away
- The Gryphon School12.2 km away
- Buckler's Mead School15.3 km away
- Sturminster Newton High School15.6 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chetnole|6.6 km away
- Yetminster|8.0 km away
- Thornford|9.5 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show poor internet coverage in this area, which may mean weak or no connectivity.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Slow or No Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
