About Gaunt's Common

Gaunt's Common is a small village located in Dorset, England, within the BH21 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding landscape is characterised by open fields and woodlands, making it a pleasant area for walking and enjoying nature. Local amenities are limited, but nearby towns offer a range of shops and services. The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to larger towns in the region. Gaunt's Common is situated close to the larger village of Wimborne Minster, which provides additional facilities and attractions. The area is also known for its proximity to various outdoor activities, including cycling and hiking, appealing to those who enjoy an active lifestyle.

School Ratings in Gaunt's Common

Families in Gaunt's Common have access to 32 local schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Gaunt's Common

Homes sell for an average of £454K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £550K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Gaunt's Common

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Gaunt's Common, with 15 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Gaunt's Common

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Gaunt's Common among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Gaunt's Common

Gaunt's Common benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,406 sales

Average Price £454K
£500 — £21.64M
Detached £550K 3,147
Semi £370K 1,301
Terraced £327K 921
Flat £217K 588

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
7 Secondary
8 Other
St James Church of England First School Primary 0.3 miles Witchampton Church of England First School Primary Good 2.3 miles Dumpton School 2.5 miles St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill Middle deemed secondary Good 2.7 miles Colehill First School Primary Good 2.8 miles Beaucroft Foundation School Good 2.9 miles Wimborne First School and Nursery Primary Good 2.9 miles Hayeswood First School Primary Good 3.1 miles Allenbourn Middle School Middle deemed secondary 3.3 miles Queen Elizabeth's School Secondary Requires Improvement 3.4 miles St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne Primary Good 3.4 miles Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School Primary Good 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Gaunt's Common IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Gaunt's Common experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
8/10
11,804 Children (0-15) 17%
39,959 Working Age 56%
25,303 Older (60+) 35%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.2% 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 Gaunt's Common 83 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Gaunt's Common are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

39 Violence & Sexual Offences
15 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Shoplifting
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Public Order
2 Burglary
2 Other Theft
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Robbery
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 4 stations

Branksome Train Station 8.6 miles
Parkstone (Dorset) Train Station 8.7 miles
Hamworthy Train Station 8.8 miles
Poole Train Station 9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Holt Wood 0.6 miles Chalbury Common 0.6 miles Chalbury 0.9 miles Uppington 0.9 miles Hinton Martell 0.9 miles Holt 1.2 miles Pig Oak 1.2 miles Higher Row 1.4 miles Lower Row 1.4 miles God's Blessing Green 1.4 miles Horton 1.4 miles Haythorne 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Dorset
Ward Wimborne Minster
Constituency Mid Dorset and North Poole
Parish Wimborne Minster
Region South West

Streets in BH21 30 shown View all streets

A31 7 A350 3 Abbott Street 4 Ainsley Road 2 Albany Drive 2 Albert Road 6 All Fools Lane 2 Allen Court 2 Allen Road 1 Allenview Road 5 Amber Road 1 Arnhem Close 1 Arrowsmith Lane 2 Arrowsmith Road 4 Ashdene Close 1 Ashington Gardens 1 Ashington Lane 2 Ashmeads Close 1 Ashmeads Way 1 Athelstan Way 1 Avenue Road 2 Award Road 2 Azura Close 1 B3078 15 B3081 9 Back Lane 1 Badbury View 1 Badbury View Road 1 Baileys Hill 2 Bakers Lane 1

Postcodes in BH21 50 shown View all postcodes

BH21 1AA BH21 1AB BH21 1AD BH21 1AE BH21 1AF BH21 1AG BH21 1AJ BH21 1AL BH21 1AN BH21 1AP BH21 1AQ BH21 1AS BH21 1AT BH21 1AU BH21 1AW BH21 1AX BH21 1AY BH21 1AZ BH21 1BA BH21 1BB BH21 1BD BH21 1BE BH21 1BG BH21 1BH BH21 1BJ BH21 1BL BH21 1BN BH21 1BP BH21 1BQ BH21 1BS BH21 1BT BH21 1BU BH21 1BW BH21 1BX BH21 1BY BH21 1BZ BH21 1DA BH21 1DB BH21 1DD BH21 1DE BH21 1DF BH21 1DG BH21 1DH BH21 1DJ BH21 1DL BH21 1DN BH21 1DP BH21 1DQ BH21 1DR BH21 1DS