House prices in Dorset
The average house price in Dorset is £326,381, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Dorset have risen (+1.4%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+11.2%). Five years ago the average was around £293,497. That puts Dorset 12% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Dorset the 125th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 194th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Dorset peaked at around £352,127 (October 2022). Since 1995 the average has changed by +440.0%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -12.6% in real terms over the last five years — so in today’s money they have lagged behind the wider cost of living. Remember this is an area average — your own home’s value depends on its exact street, size and condition.
How Dorset compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset | £326,381 | +1.4% | +11.2% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Fareham | £326,107 | -0.0% | +10.7% |
| Thurrock | £327,028 | +2.3% | +13.1% |
| Monmouthshire | £325,582 | -1.7% | +17.4% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Fareham — £326,107
- Thurrock — £327,028
- Monmouthshire — £325,582
- Babergh — £325,407
- Wiltshire — £327,384
- Tewkesbury — £327,410
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Dorset?
The average house price in Dorset is £326,381 as of May 2026, according to the HM Land Registry House Price Index. This is an average across all property types.
Are house prices in Dorset rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Dorset have risen (+1.4%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+11.2%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Dorset?
On the average Dorset home, a 10% deposit is about £32,638, and a 5% deposit around £16,319. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Dorset rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Dorset is the 125th most expensive and the 194th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Dorset home is worth?
Use our free house value calculator — enter your postcode and what you paid, and it estimates today's value from Land Registry data. For a precise figure, ask a local estate agent or RICS surveyor.
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