Our Data Sources
Shire Cottage, Dorchester has a single entry in the Land Registry from February 2007 and a single entry in the EPC database dated March 2026.
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 Shire Cottage, Dorchester would be worth £358,293, with a potential rental value of £1,527 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £317,346, 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
Shire Cottage, Dorchester occupies a 509 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 13 other houses in this postcode, 8 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 4th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Shire Cottage, Dorchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 30 Mar 2026.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, oil, Room heaters, electric.
Sold Prices
Shire Cottage, Dorchester last changed hands on 22nd February 2007, selling for £235,000. 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 50.5% since February 2007.
- Sold Feb 2007£235,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 5 sales of comparable properties within 2.3 kilometres of Shire Cottage, Dorchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 13, Vicarage Lane, Dorchester, DT2 9QF, a freehold house, sold at £365,000 on the 2nd April 2026.
Read more about house prices in DT2.
- Sold Apr 2026£365,000 | 4 Bed House13, Vicarage Lane, Dorchester, DT2 9QF13, Vicarage Lane, Dorchester, DT2 9QF
- Sold Mar 2022£665,000 | 4 Bed House1A, Mill Lane, Dorchester, DT2 9QP1A, Mill Lane, Dorchester, DT2 9QP
- Sold Jun 2017£307,000 | 4 Bed House3, Wanchard Lane, Dorchester, DT2 9RP3, Wanchard Lane, Dorchester, DT2 9RP
•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 Shire Cottage, Dorchester as the 9th largest and the 14th most expensive of the 16 addresses on Charminster, Dorchester, DT2.
Against the DT2 postcode district average, it is £77k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St Mary's Church of England First School, Charminster1.0 km away
- Damers First School2.6 km away
- St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester3.4 km away
- The Thomas Hardye School3.3 km away
- Dorset Studio School3.5 km away
- Wey Valley Academy10.6 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Dorchester West|2.9 km away
- Dorchester South|3.1 km away
- Maiden Newton|10.0 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/none Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
