Dorset house prices
Dorset is rising, mid-priced.
Momentum+2.0%Rising
Vs typical+19%Around average
Rental yield3.0%Low yield
Real Estate Price Map scores, derived from the data on this page · how we calculate them
1995: £59,277 → 2025: £338,328 (5.7×)
Typical price
£338,328
United Kingdom
Rank in United Kingdom
#115
of 349
Population 2024
389k
Median pay
£37,462
9.0× price-to-income
Median rent
£850/mo
3.0% gross yield
Market read
At £338,328, homes in Dorset are 19% above the typical United Kingdom local authority (£283,271), ranking #115 of 349.
Prices are up 2.0% over the last year.
Price history
Typical price by year.
Top industries · share of jobs
Retail & wholesale14%
Hotels & food13%
Health & social work13%
Manufacturing10%
Education9%
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Dorset?
The typical home in Dorset (United Kingdom) is worth £338,328 — 19% above the typical United Kingdom local authority (£283,271).
How have Dorset house prices changed since 1995?
They have risen 5.7×, from £59,277 in 1995 to £338,328 in 2025.
Is Dorset affordable?
With a median pay of £37,462, homes cost about 9.0× income.
What is the rental yield in Dorset?
Median rent is £850/mo, about a 3.0% gross yield.