About Pymore

Pymore is a small village located in Dorset, England, within the DT6 postcode area. It is situated near the River Asker, which flows through the landscape, providing a natural feature for the area. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities serving the community. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Pymore is conveniently located a short distance from the larger town of Bridport, where visitors can find a wider range of shops, restaurants, and services. The village's proximity to the coast also makes it an accessible base for exploring the beautiful Dorset coastline.

School Ratings in Pymore

Pymore is served by 13 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Pymore

Property prices average £406K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £544K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Pymore

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Pymore, with 10 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Pymore

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Pymore falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Pymore

Most properties in Pymore can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across 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 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
St Catherine's Roman Catholic School Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles The Sir John Colfox Academy Secondary Good 0.5 miles Bridport Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Bridport 1.5 miles Bridport, St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Loders CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Salway Ash Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.3 miles Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School Primary 3.4 miles Beaminster St Mary's Academy Primary Good 4.5 miles Beaminster School Secondary Good 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Pymore IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Pymore in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

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 Pymore 47 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Pymore falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

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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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Maiden Newton Train Station 8.5 miles
Crewkerne Train Station 8.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bradpole 0.6 miles Allington 0.6 miles Coneygar 0.6 miles Court Orchard 0.6 miles Dottery 0.9 miles Wooth 0.9 miles St Andrew's Well 0.9 miles Ash 1.2 miles Bridport 1.2 miles Skilling 1.2 miles Symondsbury 1.4 miles Miles Cross 1.4 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