About Bettiscombe

Bettiscombe is a small village located in the county of Dorset, in the south of England. It lies within the DT6 postcode area and is situated near the town of Dorchester. The village is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside surroundings. It is part of the civil parish of Puddletown and is known for its quiet, peaceful environment. The area is largely agricultural, with fields and hedgerows typical of the Dorset landscape. While small in size, Bettiscombe retains a sense of community and local history, with several older homes and farm buildings reflecting its long-standing presence in the region. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of larger towns and amenities.

School Ratings in Bettiscombe

There are 10 schools in and around Bettiscombe. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bettiscombe

The average property price is £406K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £544K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bettiscombe

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bettiscombe, with 10 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bettiscombe

Bettiscombe sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bettiscombe

Broadband speeds in Bettiscombe are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,735 sales

Average Price £406K
£300 — £6.1M
Detached £544K 1,399
Semi £334K 545
Terraced £300K 883
Flat £194K 665

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Other
Marshwood CofE Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 0.9 miles Thorncombe, St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2.2 miles Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.9 miles Hawkchurch Church of England School Primary 3.2 miles Winsham Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Salway Ash Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Charmouth Primary School Primary 4.8 miles Beaminster St Mary's Academy Primary Good 4.9 miles Mountjoy School Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bettiscombe IMD 2025

Bettiscombe sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
3,119 Children (0-15) 13%
13,106 Working Age 53%
11,393 Older (60+) 46%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bettiscombe 47 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Bettiscombe records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

25 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Crewkerne Train Station 6.2 miles
Axminster Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Birdsmoorgate 0 yards Marshalsea 0.6 miles Templeman's Ash 0.6 miles Marshwood 0.9 miles Cole's Cross 1.2 miles Pilsdon 1.4 miles Northay 1.9 miles Kittwhistle 1.9 miles Blackdown 1.9 miles Blackney 2 miles Holway 2 miles Synderford 2 miles

Local Government

District Dorset
Ward Bridport
Constituency West Dorset
Parish Bridport
Region South West

Streets in DT6 30 shown View all streets

A3052 3 A35 8 Abbott's Wootton Lane 2 Acer Avenue 1 Alexandra Road 5 Allington Gardens 1 Allington Mead 1 Allington Park 1 Annings Lane 5 Apple Trees Lane 1 Armstrong Road 2 Arrowfield 1 Arundell 1 Ash Farm Close 1 Ash Lane 1 Asker Gardens 1 Asker Mead 1 Asker Terrace 1 Axminster Road 7 B3157 2 B3162 9 B3164 3 B3165 9 Back Rivers Lane 1 Balaclava Place 2 Banton Shard 2 Barney's Close 3 Barr Lane 3 Barr's Lane 1 Barrack Street 1

Postcodes in DT6 50 shown View all postcodes

DT6 3AA DT6 3AB DT6 3AD DT6 3AE DT6 3AF DT6 3AG DT6 3AH DT6 3AJ DT6 3AL DT6 3AN DT6 3AP DT6 3AQ DT6 3AR DT6 3AS DT6 3AT DT6 3AU DT6 3AX DT6 3AY DT6 3AZ DT6 3BA DT6 3BB DT6 3BD DT6 3BE DT6 3BG DT6 3BJ DT6 3BL DT6 3BN DT6 3BP DT6 3BQ DT6 3BT DT6 3BU DT6 3BW DT6 3BX DT6 3BY DT6 3BZ DT6 3DA DT6 3DD DT6 3DE DT6 3DF DT6 3DG DT6 3DH DT6 3DJ DT6 3DL DT6 3DN DT6 3DP DT6 3DQ DT6 3DR DT6 3DS DT6 3DT DT6 3DU