Welcome to Buckland Newton
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
The village of Buckland Newton is situated in beautiful Dorset countryside on the edge of the Dorset Downs and within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village and surrounding hamlets of Beaulieu Wood, Bookham, Brockhampton, Cosmore, Duntish, Henley and Woolford's Water have a population of around 600 and consist of a thriving mix of agricultural community, local businesses, homeworkers, workers in nearby towns and villages and retired people. There is a Post Office (Monday, Tuesday, Friday mornings), Village Shop, Primary School and Pre-School and a Toddler Group (in the Village Hall).
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
1,700 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
671 (2021) |
Density |
39 people/km2 |
Mean age |
46.1 |
Ward |
Chalk Valleys |
District |
West Dorset |
Postcodes |
DT2, DT9 |
ONS ID |
E04003510 |
Council
Contact details for Buckland Newton Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Buckland Newton Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Buckland Newton Parish.
Planning
View recent planning applications submitted for Buckland Newton Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Buckland Newton Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Buckland Newton Parish.
Local News
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Factory Lane near Buckland Newton to close for roadworks
Published: 30th Jan 2024
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Weymouth Ironman 2023: Full list of road closures, timings and shut car parks
Published: 11th Sep 2023
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Published: 6th Nov 2023