About Warren

Warren is a small village located in Dorset, England, within the postcode area BH20. It is situated close to the River Frome, which adds to the village's appeal. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities available for residents. Warren's proximity to larger towns such as Wareham makes it convenient for those seeking additional services and facilities. The area is well-connected by road, allowing easy access to nearby attractions and the picturesque Dorset coastline.

School Ratings in Warren

Warren is served by 9 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Warren

Property prices average £406K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £513K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Warren

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Warren, with 2 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Warren

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Warren 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 Warren

Most properties in Warren 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 2,344 sales

Average Price £406K
£1K — £8.2M
Detached £513K 886
Semi £338K 442
Terraced £309K 566
Flat £207K 266

Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Wool and Bovington Children's Centre 2.2 miles Bovington Academy Primary Good 2.4 miles Wool Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.2 miles Employ My Ability (EMA) Ltd Requires Improvement 3.3 miles Bere Regis Primary and Preschool Primary 4 miles The Purbeck School Secondary 4.6 miles Wareham St Mary Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Sandford St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Warren IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Warren 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
5/10
4,420 Children (0-15) 15%
16,552 Working Age 57%
10,820 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.3% 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 Warren 8 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Warren 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.

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
Dorset Purbeck North Visit force website →
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 6 stations

Wool Train Station 2.9 miles
Wareham (Dorset) Train Station 4.5 miles
Moreton (Dorset) Train Station 4.9 miles
Holton Heath Train Station 5.5 miles
Hamworthy Train Station 8.2 miles
Poole Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lane End 0.9 miles Hollow Oak 1.4 miles Turners Puddle 1.8 miles Bovington Camp 1.8 miles Shitterton 2 miles Throop 2.2 miles Town's End 2.5 miles Bere Regis 2.6 miles Stokeford 2.6 miles Newport 2.6 miles Woodlake 2.6 miles Bloxworth 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Dorset
Ward Wareham
Constituency Mid Dorset and North Poole
Parish Wareham Town
Region South West

Streets in BH20 30 shown View all streets

A35 5 A351 3 A352 4 Abbot's Quay 1 Admirals Way 1 Alamein Road 1 Alder Close 1 Andover Green 4 Arne Road 3 Arras Road 1 Ash Close 1 Avon Drive 1 B3070 7 B3071 1 B3075 2 Back Lane 2 Baggs Lane 2 Bagwood Road 1 Bailey's Drove 1 Baker Close 1 Barndale Drive 1 Barnes Close 1 Barnes Road 1 Barnhill Road 3 Barrow Hill 1 Battle Mead 1 Beech Close 1 Bell's Orchard Lane 3 Bere Down Lane 1 Bere Road 2

Postcodes in BH20 50 shown View all postcodes

BH20 4AA BH20 4AB BH20 4AD BH20 4AE BH20 4AF BH20 4AG BH20 4AH BH20 4AN BH20 4AP BH20 4AQ BH20 4AR BH20 4AS BH20 4AT BH20 4AW BH20 4AX BH20 4AY BH20 4AZ BH20 4BA BH20 4BB BH20 4BD BH20 4BE BH20 4BG BH20 4BH BH20 4BJ BH20 4BL BH20 4BN BH20 4BP BH20 4BQ BH20 4BS BH20 4BT BH20 4BU BH20 4BW BH20 4BX BH20 4BY BH20 4BZ BH20 4DA BH20 4DB BH20 4DD BH20 4DE BH20 4DF BH20 4DG BH20 4DH BH20 4DJ BH20 4DL BH20 4DN BH20 4DP BH20 4DQ BH20 4DR BH20 4DS BH20 4DT