About Wigbeth

Wigbeth is a small village located in Dorset, England, within the BH21 postcode area. It is situated not far from the larger town of Wimborne Minster, which offers additional amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties and local businesses, providing a sense of community for its residents. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Dorset countryside, Wigbeth offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The area is well-connected by local roads, making it easy to explore nearby attractions. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while appreciating the simplicity of village life in this part of England.

School Ratings in Wigbeth

Families in Wigbeth have access to 29 local schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wigbeth

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 Wigbeth

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

Deprivation and Employment in Wigbeth

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wigbeth 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 Wigbeth

Wigbeth 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

15 Primary
7 Secondary
7 Other
St James Church of England First School Primary 2.1 miles Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School Primary Good 2.4 miles Emmanuel Church of England Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 2.4 miles Verwood Church of England First School Primary Good 2.4 miles Verwood Children's Centre 2.7 miles Trinity Church of England First School Primary 2.9 miles Hillside Community First School Primary 3 miles Wimborne St Giles Church of England First School and Nursery Primary 3.1 miles St Mary's CofE First School & Nursery Primary 3.3 miles Witchampton Church of England First School Primary Good 3.5 miles Cranborne Church of England First School Primary Good 3.7 miles Cranborne Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wigbeth IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wigbeth 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 Wigbeth 83 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Wigbeth 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 2 stations

Branksome Train Station 9.7 miles
Parkstone (Dorset) Train Station 10 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Horton 0.6 miles Haythorne 0.6 miles Woodlands Common 1.4 miles Horton Heath 1.4 miles Chalbury Common 1.4 miles Whitmore 1.4 miles Woodlands 1.4 miles Sutton Holms 1.4 miles Holt Wood 1.4 miles Crooked Withies 1.4 miles Mannington 1.8 miles Lower Mannington 1.8 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