About Shortmoor

Shortmoor is a small settlement located in Dorset, England, within the DT8 postcode area. The area is characterised by its rural landscape, offering a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. Shortmoor is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of the community. The surrounding countryside features rolling hills and farmland, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. Shortmoor is conveniently situated for accessing larger towns nearby, making it a suitable base for those exploring the wider Dorset region. The local transport links ensure that visitors can easily reach attractions and services in the vicinity.

School Ratings in Shortmoor

Shortmoor is served by 11 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shortmoor

Property prices average £401K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £472K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shortmoor

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Shortmoor, with 2 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shortmoor

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shortmoor 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 Shortmoor

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Shortmoor, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,110 sales

Average Price £401K
£30K — £3.76M
Detached £472K 529
Semi £320K 196
Terraced £287K 225
Flat £144K 75

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Beaminster School Secondary Good 0.5 miles Beaminster St Mary's Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Mountjoy School Good 0.9 miles Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Salway Ash Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.1 miles Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.9 miles Horizons Therapeutic Education Trust 4.4 miles The Sir John Colfox Academy Secondary Good 4.5 miles Loders CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 4.5 miles St Catherine's Roman Catholic School Primary Requires Improvement 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shortmoor IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shortmoor 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
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
1,810 Children (0-15) 13%
7,770 Working Age 54%
6,227 Older (60+) 44%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.6% 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 Shortmoor 15 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Shortmoor 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 small town.

8 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Other Theft
1 Public Order
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 4 stations

Crewkerne Train Station 4.8 miles
Maiden Newton Train Station 7.4 miles
Yetminster Train Station 9.1 miles
Yeovil Junction Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Beaminster 0.6 miles Meerhay 0.6 miles Newtown 0.6 miles Stoke Water 1.4 miles Buckham 1.4 miles Mapperton 1.8 miles Netherbury 1.8 miles Whitecross 1.8 miles Toller Whelme 1.9 miles Melplash 1.9 miles Stoke Abbott 2 miles Lower Strode 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Dorset
County Somerset
Ward Beaminster
Constituency West Dorset
Parish Beaminster
Region South West

Streets in DT8 30 shown View all streets

A3066 8 A356 2 Abbot Close 1 Applefield Road 1 Axe Lane 2 Axe Valley Close 1 B3162 3 B3163 6 B3164 1 B3165 1 Back Lane 2 Barnes Lane 2 Barnfleet 1 Bowgrove Road 1 Brantwood 1 Bridport Road 4 Broadmead Close 2 Broadoak Avenue 1 Broadwindsor Road 3 Burstock Lane 1 Champions 2 Chantry Lane 1 Chard Road 3 Chedington Lane 1 Church Hill 1 Church Path 1 Church Street 4 Clay Lane 3 Cockroad Lane 3 Common Water Lane 1

Postcodes in DT8 50 shown View all postcodes

DT8 3AA DT8 3AB DT8 3AE DT8 3AG DT8 3AH DT8 3AL DT8 3AN DT8 3AS DT8 3AU DT8 3AW DT8 3AX DT8 3AY DT8 3AZ DT8 3BA DT8 3BB DT8 3BD DT8 3BE DT8 3BG DT8 3BH DT8 3BJ DT8 3BN DT8 3BP DT8 3BQ DT8 3BS DT8 3BT DT8 3BU DT8 3BW DT8 3BX DT8 3BY DT8 3BZ DT8 3DA DT8 3DB DT8 3DD DT8 3DE DT8 3DF DT8 3DG DT8 3DH DT8 3DJ DT8 3DN DT8 3DP DT8 3DQ DT8 3DR DT8 3DS DT8 3DT DT8 3DU DT8 3DW DT8 3DX DT8 3DY DT8 3DZ DT8 3EA