Area Info for Fleet (Dorset)

Overview of Fleet, Dorset, UK

Fleet is a small town located in the county of Dorset, in the South West of England. It is known for its historic charm and proximity to natural attractions. The town has a rich history and serves as a local centre for surrounding rural communities.

Geography and Location

Fleet is situated near the coast, approximately 10 miles west of Bournemouth and about 15 miles east of Weymouth. It is close to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its geological significance and scenic beauty. The town is accessible via major roads and is within easy reach of larger towns and cities.

History

Historically, Fleet was a small rural settlement that developed over centuries. Its development was influenced by agriculture and local trade. The town has retained many historic buildings and features, reflecting its long-standing heritage.

Community and Amenities

Fleet offers a range of local amenities including shops, pubs, and community facilities. It has a primary school and local churches that serve the community. The town also benefits from nearby parks and open spaces, providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors.

Transport

Transport links in Fleet include road connections to nearby towns and public transport options such as bus services. The proximity to the coast and natural attractions makes it a popular spot for visitors exploring Dorset.

Natural Attractions

The surrounding area features scenic countryside, coastal paths, and beaches. The nearby Jurassic Coast provides opportunities for walking, fossil hunting, and enjoying the natural landscape.
Education
School
Chickerell Primary Academy0.71 miles
Rashley Road, Chickerell, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4AT
Budmouth College1.18 miles
Chickerell Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9SY
Conifers Primary School1.61 miles
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QF
Southill Primary School1.82 miles
Sycamore Road, Southill, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9UF
The Compass2.00 miles
307a Chickerell Road, Westham, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QU
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Weymouth2.06 miles
Hardy Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0RH
Beechcroft St Pauls CofE VA Primary School2.12 miles
Corporation Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0LQ
Radipole Primary School2.14 miles
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5HS
Wyke Regis Infant School and Nursery2.33 miles
Shrubbery Lane, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9LU
Wyke Regis Church of England Junior School2.42 miles
High Street, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9NU
All Saints' Church of England School, Weymouth2.47 miles
Sunnyside Road, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9BJ
Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery2.54 miles
Cross Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9QX
The Wey Valley School2.63 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AN
St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School, Broadwey2.69 miles
Broadwey, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5DQ
Wyvern Academy2.71 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AL
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided School, Weymouth2.91 miles
Coombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TP
Health
Clinic
Dorchester Road Surgery2.60 miles
177 - 179 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7LE
The Bridges Medical Centre2.66 miles
26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7DW
Gp-Led Walk-In-Centre2.86 miles
Weymouth Community Health Centre, Weymouth Community Hospital, 3 Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB
BPAS Dorchester7.31 miles
Dorchester Contraception and Sexual Health Centre, 20 Trinity Street, Dorchester, DT1 1TU
Bpas Dorcester7.31 miles
20 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
Specsavers Hearcare - Shp - Dorchester7.37 miles
20 South Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BS
Puddletown Surgery11.63 miles
2A Athelhampton Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FY
Lyme NHS Clinical Services20.34 miles
Lyme Community Care Centre, Uplyme Road, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3LS
Community Services (Charter House)22.77 miles
Bartec 4, Watercombe Lane, Lynx West Trading Estate, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2SU
Community Services (Bartec)22.77 miles
Bartec, Watercombe Lane, Lynx West Trading Estate, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2SU
Fiveways Resource Centre23.25 miles
Ilchester Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3BB
Magnolia23.28 miles
Summerlands Hospital Site, Preston Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2BN
Holly Court23.28 miles
Summerlands, Preston Rd, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2BN
South Somerset Camhs23.34 miles
The Balidon Centre, Summerlands Site, Preston Rd, Yeovil, BA20 2BX
Rowan23.34 miles
Summerlands Hospital Site, Preston Road, Yeovil, BA20 2BX
Ryalls Park Medical Centre23.61 miles
Marsh Lane, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3BA
GP
Abbotsbury Road Surgery - Chickerell Branch0.68 miles
36 Lower Way, Chickerell, Weymouth, Chickerell, DT3 4AR
Lanehouse Surgery1.65 miles
Ludlow Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0HB
Abbotsbury Road Practice2.43 miles
24 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, Dorset, Weymouth, DT4 0AE
Wyke Regis Health Centre2.48 miles
Portland Road, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9BE
Cross Road Surgery2.54 miles
Cross Road Surgery, Cross Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9QX
Dorchester Road Surgery2.60 miles
179 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7LE
The Bridges Medical Centre2.66 miles
26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7DW
Royal Crescent Surgery2.79 miles
25 Crescent Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BY
Weymouth Walk-In Centre and The Practice Surgery 2.86 miles
WEYMOUTH COMMUNITY HEALTH CNTR "Walk-In Centre", WEYMOUTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, MELCOME AVENUE, WEYMOUTH, DT4 7TB
Littlemoor Health Centre & Surgery3.31 miles
Louviers Road, Littlemoor, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6SA
Preston Road Surgery4.10 miles
102 Preston Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6BB
Portesham Practice4.11 miles
Malthouse Meadows, Portesham, Dorset, DT3 4NS
The Gatehouse4.83 miles
The Gatehouse, Castle Road, Fortuneswell, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1AU
Royal Manor Health Care6.25 miles
Park Estate Road, Portland, Dorset, PORTLAND, DT5 2BJ
Queens Avenue Surgery6.84 miles
14 Queens Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2EW
Cornwall Road Medical Practice7.00 miles
3 Frederick Treves House, St John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FD
Hospital
Westhaven Hospital1.62 miles
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QE
Weymouth Community Hospital2.86 miles
Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB
Portland Hospital4.84 miles
Castle Road, Castletown, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1AX
BMI The Winterbourne Hospital6.51 miles
Herringston Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DR
Maiden Castle House6.77 miles
30 Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2ER
Dorset County Hospital7.17 miles
Williams Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2JY
Forston Clinic9.72 miles
Herrison Road, Dorschester, Dorset, DT2 9TB
Bridport Community Hospital13.96 miles
Hospital Lane, North Allington, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Greenfields Day Hospital13.96 miles
Hospital Lane, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Wareham Community Hospital18.11 miles
Streche Road, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4QQ
Crewkerne Community Hospital21.83 miles
Middle Path,, TA18 8BG
Blandford Community Hospital22.71 miles
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7DD
Yeatman Hospital22.82 miles
Hospital Lane, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3JU
Yeovil District Hospital23.10 miles
Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4AT
Axminster Community Hospital23.89 miles
Chard Road, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5DU
Swanage Community Hospital24.35 miles
Queens Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2ES
Pharmacy
Day Lewis Pharmacy0.76 miles
16 East Street, Chickerell, Weymouth, DT3 4DT
Wessex Pharmacies Ltd1.66 miles
Lanehouse Rocks Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9DJ
Angel Pharmacy (Southill)1.76 miles
123 Radipole Lane, Southill, Weymouth, DT4 9SS
Angel Pharmacy (Abbotsbury)2.05 miles
173a Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0LX
Boots2.43 miles
26 Abbotsbury Road, Westham, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0AE
Morrisons Pharmacy2.43 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AX
Asda Pharmacy2.53 miles
Newstead Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8JQ
Boots2.60 miles
107 Portland Road, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9BG
Lloydspharmacy2.70 miles
22 Gloucester Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7AW
Angel Pharmacy (Buxton)2.72 miles
27 Buxton Road, Rodwell, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9PQ
Angel Pharmacy (Crescent)2.77 miles
24 Crescent Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BX
Wessex Pharmacies Ltd2.79 miles
14 Avenue Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JJ
Boots2.80 miles
81-82 St Mary Street, And 24 St Thomas Street, Weymouth, DT4 8PJ
Rowlands Pharmacy3.39 miles
Unit 3, Littlemoor Shopping Ctr, Littlemoor Road, Weymouth, DT3 6NQ
Rowlands Pharmacy4.11 miles
7 Littlemoor Road, Preston, Weymouth, DT3 6LD
Boots5.26 miles
54-56 Fortuneswell, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1LZ
Leisure
Park
CROOKHILL BRICKPITS, CHICKERELL0.57 miles
RADIPOLE SCHOOL2.16 miles
RADIPOLE COMMUNITY WOODLAND2.26 miles
LODMOOR3.25 miles
CHISWELL WALLED GARDEN4.98 miles
ABBOTSBURY GARDENS (Grade I Listed)5.28 miles
VALLEY OF STONES5.35 miles
BRIDEHEAD (Grade II Listed)6.16 miles
TOWN WALKS, DORCHESTER (Grade II Listed)7.24 miles
BOROUGH GARDENS, DORCHESTER (Grade II Listed)7.25 miles
DORCHESTER RIVERSIDE7.66 miles
DORSET8.34 miles
PRINCE'S PLOT, CHARMINSTER8.56 miles
KINGSTON MAURWARD (Grade II* Listed)8.68 miles
THORNCOMBE WOOD9.40 miles
HOG CLIFF10.76 miles
Shop
Groceries
SPAR Haven Littlesea1.51 miles
Haven Littlesea, Lynch Lane, Dorset, DT4 9DT
Tesco Weymouth (Express)1.69 miles
Lanehouse Rocks Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9DJ
SPAR Radipole Lane1.76 miles
Spar Tidings News, 127-129 Radipole Lane, Dorset, DT4 9SS
Londis Abbotsbury Rd Post Office2.04 miles
173 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, DT4 0LX
M&S Weymouth Bp2.38 miles
316 To 318 Dorchester Road, Weymouth Dorset, DT3 5AS
Convenience Corner2.43 miles
40-42 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth Dorset DT4 0AE
Co-op Weymouth2.46 miles
Wyke Regis, DT4 9BE
ASDA Weymouth2.47 miles
Newstead Road, Weymouth, DT4 8JQ
Morrisons Weymouth2.48 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5JA
Lidl Weymouth2.53 miles
148 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, DT3 5EF
Sainsbury's Weymouth2.55 miles
Mercery Road, Weymouth, DT3 5BJ
ALDI Jubilee Sidings2.63 miles
Weymouth, DT4 7BG
SPAR Euro Garage Weymouth2.68 miles
King Street, Dorset, DT4 7BJ
Tesco Weymouth (Express)2.68 miles
56 Dorchester Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JZ
Londis Electra Shop Ltd2.75 miles
28 Westham Road, Weymouth, DT4 8NU
Bon Bon Convenience Store2.75 miles
4a Queen Street, Weymouth Dorset DT4 7HZ
Transport
Airport
Bournemouth International Airport31.82 miles
Bristol International Airport53.69 miles
Bus Stop
Fleet Cottage (NW)0.02 miles
Fleet Cottage (SE)0.03 miles
East Fleet Farm (SE)0.23 miles
East Fleet Farm (NW)0.23 miles
Meadow Close (NW)0.53 miles
Meadow Close (SE)0.54 miles
Dental Surgery (NW)0.60 miles
Dental Surgery (SE)0.60 miles
Turk's Head (W)0.61 miles
Turks Head (E)0.62 miles
Glennie Way (N)0.65 miles
Elziver Close (S)0.65 miles
Sea Barn Cross (W)0.69 miles
Sea Barn Cross (E)0.69 miles
Glennie Way West (E)0.70 miles
Glennie Way West (W)0.70 miles
Ferry Port
Weymouth Ferry Terminal3.06 miles
Poole Ferry Terminal23.72 miles
Poole Quay Ferry Landing24.11 miles
Brownsea Island Ferry Landing24.99 miles
Shell Bay Ferry Terminal25.16 miles
Sandbanks Ferry Terminal25.25 miles
Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing32.68 miles
Wick Christchurch Ferry Landing33.08 miles
Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing33.08 miles
Hengistbury Head Ferry Landing34.58 miles
Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing34.66 miles
Exmouth Ferry Landing39.80 miles
Starcross Ferry Landing40.73 miles
Bridgwater Ferry Terminal41.71 miles
Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing41.73 miles
The Cottage Ferry Landing57.34 miles
Railway Station
Weymouth Rail Station2.73 miles
Upwey Rail Station2.97 miles
Dorchester West Rail Station7.10 miles
Dorchester South Rail Station7.11 miles
Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station10.52 miles
Maiden Newton Rail Station11.34 miles
Wool Rail Station13.61 miles
Chetnole Rail Station17.25 miles
Wareham Rail Station18.28 miles
Yetminster Rail Station19.26 miles
Holton Heath Rail Station20.22 miles
Thornford Rail Station20.31 miles
Crewkerne Rail Station20.98 miles
Yeovil Junction Rail Station21.52 miles
Sherborne Rail Station22.43 miles
Yeovil Pen Mill Rail Station22.87 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (DT3 4E*)
Number of Properties in Catchment516
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
8, GALESWORTHY DRIVE
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4FH		£525,000
2024-08-16
detached
freehold
Sold 2015-01-19   £365,000
2, GALESWORTHY DRIVE
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4FH		£485,000
2024-06-18
detached
freehold
Sold 2014-07-18   £350,000
1, BUTTER STREET
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EE		£435,000
2021-10-22
terraced
freehold
TREE TOPS, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£700,000
2021-06-16
detached
freehold
Sold 2009-11-17   £490,000
Sold 2001-09-24   £173,000
6, GALESWORTHY DRIVE
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4FH		£490,000
2020-08-28
detached
freehold
Sold 2016-11-15   £420,000
Sold 2014-12-18   £380,000
528, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£326,000
2020-06-18
detached
freehold
Sold 2016-09-08   £315,000
Sold 2015-08-05   £232,500
2, BUTTER STREET
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EE		£450,000
2019-10-28
terraced
freehold
Sold 2014-10-31   £360,750
Sold 2013-05-24   £340,000
Sold 2006-04-07   £316,500
Sold 1999-08-06   £131,000
SOUTH COAST EQUESTRIAN, 537, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£650,000
2019-02-15
otherPropertyType
freehold
FLEET HOUSE, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£945,000
2019-02-07
detached
freehold
536, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£227,000
2018-07-31
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2014-03-14   £295,000
GREYSTONES, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£865,000
2017-06-27
otherPropertyType
freehold
Sold 2006-06-16   £665,000
534, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£235,000
2015-07-17
detached
freehold
9, GALESWORTHY DRIVE
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4FH		£185,000
2015-01-05
flatmaisonette
freehold
538, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£242,500
2014-12-19
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2007-08-17   £699,250
Sold 2001-03-30   £120,000
4, GALESWORTHY DRIVE
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4FH		£300,000
2014-08-15
detached (New)
freehold
HIGHFIELD, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£615,000
2014-07-11
detached
freehold
533A, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£680,000
2013-07-31
detached
freehold
Sold 1996-06-24   £120,000
CHURCH COTTAGE, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£475,000
2013-05-03
detached
freehold
535, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£226,000
2013-04-12
detached
freehold
DEEP ROOTS, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£385,000
2011-04-27
detached
freehold
516, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£185,000
2009-03-02
semidetached
freehold
524, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£225,000
2008-01-21
terraced
freehold
530, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£97,000
2000-07-07
semidetached
freehold
520, CHICKERELL ROAD
CHICKERELL
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4DL		£97,000
1999-05-20
detached
freehold
WOODLANDS, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£133,000
1997-09-01
detached
freehold
STONE COTTAGE, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£95,000
1997-02-12
detached
freehold
KISMET, FLEET ROAD
FLEET
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4EB		£108,000
1995-10-27
detached
freehold
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