Beaminster (DT8) in Dorset presents a mixed market picture for investors. Over five years, residential prices have grown at 1.9% compound annual rate, trailing the broader UK average, whilst rental growth has outpaced this at 5.5% annually. The district scores 40.4 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, positioning it in the average range and 6th percentile nationally. Currently classified in the latent gentrification stage, the postcode shows limited immediate signs of transformative development. The divergence between modest capital appreciation and stronger rental yields suggests the area may appeal primarily to buy-to-let investors rather than those seeking rapid price growth. Market dynamics remain relatively stable with limited external catalysts for significant change identified.
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- 1Property prices up 1.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.5% per year
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What's changing in Beaminster · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 2.6 points this month to 43/100, driven mainly by safety.
Beaminster (DT8) common questions
Is Beaminster up and coming?
Beaminster (DT8) has a trajectory score of 43/100 (Average), placing it in the top 85% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 6.1 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Beaminster safe?
Beaminster has a safety score of 59/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Beaminster?
The average property price in Beaminster (DT8) is £279k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Beaminster?
The median monthly rent in Beaminster (DT8) is £969 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Beaminster?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Bridport (DT6), Merriott (TA16), Hinton St George (TA17), Stoke-Sub-Hamdon (TA14), South Petherton (TA13). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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