Our Data Sources
The Old Cottage, Dorchester has 31 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in December 2012 and a single entry in the EPC database dated April 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 The Old Cottage, Dorchester would be worth £898,051, with a potential rental value of £2,176 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £795,417, with a rental value of £1,927 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
The Old Cottage, Dorchester occupies a 1,306 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 3 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the largest.
Energy Efficiency
The Old Cottage, Dorchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 13 Apr 2026.
The property is connected to mains gas and has partial double glazing. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
The Old Cottage, Dorchester last changed hands on 10th December 2012, selling for £600,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 53.6% since December 2012.
- Sold Dec 2012£600,000
- Sold Nov 2007£615,000
- Sold May 1998£201,600
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 14 sales of comparable properties within 3.3 kilometres of The Old Cottage, Dorchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 4, Park Farm Close, Dorchester, DT2 9TW, a freehold house, sold at £660,000 on the 12th October 2017.
Read more about house prices in DT2.
- Sold Oct 2017£660,000 | 4 Bed House4, Park Farm Close, Dorchester, DT2 9TW4, Park Farm Close, Dorchester, DT2 9TW
- Sold Aug 2017£795,000 | 5 Bed HouseWashing Pool House, Dorchester, DT2 9LDWashing Pool House, Dorchester, DT2 9LD
- Sold Dec 2015£595,000 | 4 Bed HouseThe Laurels, Dorchester, DT2 9JNThe Laurels, Dorchester, DT2 9JN
•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 The Old Cottage, Dorchester as the 28th largest and the 5th most expensive of the 142 addresses on Martinstown, Dorchester, DT2.
Against the DT2 postcode district average, it is £437k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Winterbourne Valley Church of England Aided First School2.9 km away
- Damers First School3.5 km away
- The Prince of Wales School3.6 km away
- The Thomas Hardye School3.7 km away
- Wey Valley Academy6.8 km away
- Dorset Studio School7.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Dorchester West|4.5 km away
- Dorchester South|4.8 km away
- Upwey|6.3 km away
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a High risk of flooding.
