Is SP8 5AR a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
7 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of SP8 5AR. Most common: Other theft.
House prices
£325,410
Average price in Dorset (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 1.6% year on year.
- Terraced
- £264,807
- Semi-detached
- £330,336
- Detached
- £515,144
- Flat / maisonette
- £167,991
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for SP8 5AR specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near SP8 5AR on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near SP8 5AR on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.