Area Info for St. Leonards and St. Ives (Dorset)

St. Leonards and St. Ives (Dorset, UK)

St. Leonards and St. Ives is a small civil parish located in the county of Dorset, in the South West of England. It is situated near the coast, offering scenic views and a tranquil environment. The area is known for its rural charm and historical significance.

Geography and Location

The parish is positioned close to the town of Weymouth and the larger county of Dorset. It features a mix of countryside, farmland, and coastal landscapes, making it a popular spot for visitors seeking outdoor activities and relaxation.

History and Heritage

St. Ives has historical roots dating back several centuries, with traditional architecture and local landmarks that reflect its heritage. The area has historically been associated with fishing and maritime activities, contributing to its cultural identity.

Community and Amenities

The community in St. Leonards and St. Ives is small and close-knit. Local amenities include basic shops, churches, and community centres. Due to its rural nature, the area maintains a peaceful atmosphere, with limited commercial development.

Tourism and Attractions

Tourists often visit for its scenic coastal views, walking trails, and proximity to Dorset’s natural attractions. The nearby beaches and countryside are ideal for outdoor pursuits such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography.

Transport and Accessibility

The area is accessible by road, with connections to larger towns and transport links to other parts of Dorset. Public transport options are limited, so visitors often rely on private vehicles for travel.
Education
School
St Ives Primary School0.66 miles
Sandy Lane, St Ives, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2LE
Sheiling School1.11 miles
Horton Road, Ashley, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2EB
Ringwood Waldorf School1.24 miles
Folly Farm Lane, Ashley, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2NN
West Moors Middle School2.05 miles
Heathfield Way, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0DA
Ringwood Church of England Infant School2.12 miles
School Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1LG
Oakhurst Community First School2.21 miles
Shaftesbury Road, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0DY
Ringwood Junior School2.32 miles
Hightown Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1NH
Ringwood School Academy2.41 miles
Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1SE
West Moors, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School2.63 miles
Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0JF
Three Legged Cross First School3.00 miles
Church Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 6RF
Poulner Junior School3.27 miles
North Poulner Road, North Poulner, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 3LA
Poulner Infant School3.27 miles
North Poulner Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 3LA
Ferndown Upper School3.56 miles
Cherry Grove, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9EY
Ferndown First School3.57 miles
Mountbatten Drive, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9FB
Ferndown Middle School3.59 miles
Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9UP
Portfield School3.69 miles
Parley Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6BP
Health
Clinic
St Leonards Hospital1.40 miles
241 Ringwood Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2RR
East Divisional Headquarters1.51 miles
The Acorn Building, 241 Ringwood Road, St. Leonards, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2SP
Specsavers Hearcare - Shp (Ringwood)2.01 miles
2 The Furlong Centre, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1AT
Greyfriars Community Centre2.06 miles
44 Christchurch Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1DW
Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care - Ringwood2.06 miles
31 Southampton Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1HB
Ringwood Medical Centre2.09 miles
The Close, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1JY
Ringwood Leisure Centre2.52 miles
Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1PX
Cornerways Medical Centre3.08 miles
Parkers Close, Gorley Road, Poulner, Hampshire, BH24 1SD
Conerways Medical Centre3.08 miles
Parkers Close, Gorley Road, Poulner, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1SD
Cornerways Medical Centre3.08 miles
Parkers Close, Gorley Road, Poulner, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1SD
Pelhams Community Clinic5.10 miles
Pelhams Park, Millhams Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 7LH
Bearwood Neighbourhood Centre6.16 miles
325 King John Avenue, Bearwood, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 9TF
Turbary Park Centre6.27 miles
Turbary Park Avenue, Bournemouth, BH11 8SR
The Village Surgery6.75 miles
Gillett Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 5BF
Park Lodge6.75 miles
Kings Park Community Hospital, Gloucester Road, Bournemouth, BH7 6JF
Kings Park Hospital6.75 miles
Gloucester Road,, BH7 6JF
GP
Cornerways Medical Centre0.34 miles
St. Leonards Surgery, Cornerways 1 Pine Drive, St. Leonards, Dorset, BH24 2LN
Dr S P Thompson & Partners2.10 miles
Ringwood Medical Centre, The Close, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1JY
Corbin Avenue Surgery2.38 miles
Corbin Avenue, Tricketts Cross, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 8AZ
The Village Medical Practice2.58 miles
Vernon House, 164 Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0JB
West Moors Group Practice2.63 miles
175 Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0HX
Rushmoor House3.03 miles
69-71 Church Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 6RQ
Cornerways Medical Centre3.08 miles
Cornerways Medical Centre, Parkers Close Gorley Road, Poulner Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1SD
Cranborne Practice3.27 miles
Lake Road Surgery, Lake Road, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 6EH
Orchid House Practice3.37 miles
Ferndown Medical Centre, St Marys Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9HF
Pennys Hill Practice3.42 miles
Ferndown Medical Centre, St. Marys Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9HB
Glenmoor Road 3.67 miles
54 Glenmoor Road, West Parley, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 8QF
The Verwood Practice4.26 miles
15 Station Road, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 7PY
James Fisher Medical Practice4.93 miles
4 Tolpuddle Gardens, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 3LQ
Northbourne Surgery5.15 miles
1368 Wimborne Road, Kinson, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 7AR
Bransgore Surgery5.20 miles
Ringwood Road, Bransgore, Nr. Christchurch, Dorset, England - Uk, BH23 8AD
Twin Oaks Medical Centre5.20 miles
Ringwood Road, Bransgore Christchurch, Bransgore, BH23 8AD
Hospital
St Leonards Community Hospital (Dorset)1.40 miles
Ringwood Road, Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2RR
Royal Bournemouth General Hospital5.67 miles
Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 7DW
Christchurch Hospital6.09 miles
Fairmile Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 2JX
Fairmile House6.17 miles
Jumpers Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 2JT
Fordingbridge Hospital7.00 miles
Bartons Road, Fordingbridge, SP6 1JD
Nuffield Health, Bournemouth Hospital7.07 miles
67 Landsdowne Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1RW
Oakcroft7.33 miles
42 Gravel Hill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1RR
Alderney Hospital7.38 miles
Ringwood Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4NB
Victoria Hospital7.50 miles
Victoria Hospital, Victoria Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1ER
Nightingale House/Court/Florence House8.44 miles
Alumhurst Road, 49 Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4 8EW
Pebble Lodge8.44 miles
49 Alumhurst Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4 8EW
Poole Hospital9.72 miles
Longfleet Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2JB
BMI The Harbour Hospital9.79 miles
St Mary`s Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BH
St Ann's Hospital9.98 miles
69 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7LN
Kimmeridge Court9.98 miles
69 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, BH13 7LN
Milford On Sea War Memorial Hospital12.85 miles
Sea Road, Milford On Sea, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 0PG
Pharmacy
Bretts Pharmacy0.88 miles
2 and 3 High Street, Ashley Heath, Nr Ringwood, BH24 2HP
Instachem Ltd1.69 miles
Unit 55 Azura Close, Woolsbridge Industrial Estate, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 6SZ
Boots2.06 miles
11 Southamption Road, Ringwood, BH24 1HB
Lloydspharmacy2.09 miles
Ringwood Health Centre, The Close, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1JY
Boots2.35 miles
Ringwood Road, Ferndown, BH22 9AL
Moors Pharmacy2.64 miles
Unit 6, 175 Station Road, West Moors, Wimborne, BH22 0HX
Lloydspharmacy3.08 miles
The Surgery, Gorley Road, Poulner, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1SD
Ostomart Limited3.15 miles
530 Wimborne Road East, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9NG
Verwood Pharmacy3.27 miles
Lake Road Surgery, Lake Road, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 6EH
In Store Pharmacy3.31 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Penny Walks, Ferndown District Centre, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9TH
Ferndown Pharmacy3.39 miles
487 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9AG
Rowlands Pharmacy3.43 miles
Ferndown Medical Centre, St. Marys Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9HB
Morrisons Pharmacy3.87 miles
Chiltern Drive, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 6UQ
Parley Cross Pharmacy4.09 miles
143 New Road, Parley Cross, Ferndown, BH22 8EB
Lloydspharmacy4.26 miles
23 Station Road, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 7PY
Rowlands Pharmacy4.95 miles
3 Tolpuddle Gardens, Muscliffe, Bournemouth, BH9 3RE
Leisure
Park
AVON HEATH1.12 miles
MOORS VALLEY1.97 miles
THREE LEGGED CROSS2.77 miles
PENNINGTON'S COPSE, ALDER BED & BROADMOOR2.81 miles
SLOP BOG2.84 miles
POTTERNE HILL3.28 miles
HOLT HEATH3.64 miles
KINGSTON GREAT COMMON3.86 miles
BUGDENS COPSE3.95 miles
DEWLANDS COMMON4.13 miles
STEPHENS CASTLE4.26 miles
AVON TYRRELL (Grade II Listed)4.30 miles
STOUR VALLEY4.76 miles
REDHILL COMMON5.26 miles
MILLHAMS MEAD5.34 miles
KINSON COMMON5.63 miles
Shop
Groceries
M&S St Leonards Bp0.41 miles
176 Ringwood Road, Ringwood, BH24 2NR
Londis F Moorman & Son0.45 miles
Ringwood Road, Ringwood, BH24 4AB
SPAR The Bridges1.75 miles
Spar, The Bridges, BH24 2AA
Nisa Local1.77 miles
Oakdene Forest Park, St Leonards, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2RZ
Waitrose Ringwood2.00 miles
The Furlong, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1AT
Londis Texaco West Moors Service Station2.03 miles
Ringwood Road, West Moors, BH22 0AB
Sainsbury's Ringwood2.04 miles
24 Meeting House Lane, Ringwood, BH24 1EY
Iceland Ringwood2.06 miles
29 Southampton Road, Ringwood, BH24 1HB
Lidl Ringwood2.13 miles
Christchurch Road, Ringwood, BH24 3AS
Londis Ringwood Stores2.14 miles
444 Ringwood Road, Three Legged Cross, BH21 6RD
Lidl Ferndown2.23 miles
Ringwood Rd, (a348), Ferndown, BH22 9BB
Sainsbury's Ferndown2.35 miles
597 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, BH22 9AL
Co-op Ringwood2.51 miles
Parsonage Barn Lane, BH24 1PS
Tesco Ferndown (Express)2.58 miles
126 Station Rd, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0JB
Co-op Ferndown2.61 miles
West Moors, BH22 OHT
Budgens Blashford2.74 miles
Windmill Service Station, Salisbury Road, Blashford, Ringwood, Hants, BH24 3PB
Transport
Airport
Bournemouth International Airport3.59 miles
Southampton Airport22.10 miles
Bus Stop
All Saints Church (SW)0.22 miles
All Saints Church (NE)0.22 miles
All Saints Church (SW)0.24 miles
All Saints Church (NE)0.24 miles
St Ives End Lane (SW)0.25 miles
St Ives End Lane (SW)0.26 miles
Footbridge (SW)0.27 miles
St Ives Shelter (NE)0.30 miles
Woolsbridge Road (S)0.36 miles
Woolsbridge Road (N)0.37 miles
St. Leonards Hotel (SW)0.38 miles
Little Chef Garden Lane (NE)0.42 miles
St Ives End Lane (W)0.42 miles
Woodlands Way (W)0.43 miles
St Ives End Lane (E)0.43 miles
Woodlands Way (E)0.43 miles
Ferry Port
Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing7.09 miles
Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing7.18 miles
Wick Christchurch Ferry Landing7.25 miles
Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing8.23 miles
Hengistbury Head Ferry Landing8.39 miles
Poole Quay Ferry Landing10.60 miles
Poole Ferry Terminal10.99 miles
Brownsea Island Ferry Landing11.19 miles
Sandbanks Ferry Terminal11.35 miles
Shell Bay Ferry Terminal11.59 miles
Lymington Pier Ferry Terminal14.03 miles
Yarmouth IOW Ferry Terminal16.70 miles
Hythe (Hants) Ferry Terminal18.98 miles
Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal19.02 miles
Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal19.04 miles
Hamble-le-Rice Ferry Landing22.64 miles
Railway Station
Christchurch Rail Station6.59 miles
Pokesdown Rail Station6.79 miles
Bournemouth Rail Station7.22 miles
Hinton Admiral Rail Station7.31 miles
Branksome Rail Station8.10 miles
Parkstone (Dorset) Rail Station8.99 miles
New Milton Rail Station9.06 miles
Sway Rail Station10.07 miles
Poole Rail Station10.14 miles
Hamworthy Rail Station10.98 miles
Brockenhurst Rail Station11.20 miles
Holton Heath Rail Station13.57 miles
Lymington Town Rail Station13.61 miles
Ashurst New Forest Rail Station13.85 miles
Lymington Pier Rail Station13.99 miles
Beaulieu Road Rail Station14.28 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (BH24 2D*)
Number of Properties in Catchment129
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
TREE TOPS, HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BP		£750,000
2025-02-14
detached
freehold
Sold 2021-06-10   £770,000
Sold 2009-05-19   £385,000
18, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£825,000
2024-04-23
detached
freehold
Sold 2019-09-02   £625,000
NORTH LODGE, 190, HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BU		£630,000
2024-01-16
otherPropertyType
freehold
Sold 2019-04-08   £505,000
Sold 2011-08-03   £325,000
23, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£870,000
2023-09-07
detached
freehold
Sold 2007-05-11   £535,000
5, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£675,000
2023-05-25
detached
freehold
Sold 2006-03-24   £370,500
1, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£1,350,000
2022-07-15
detached
freehold
MATCHAM MANOR FARM, 242 (FLAT 1), HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BU		£175,000
2022-02-18
flatmaisonette
leasehold
Sold 2018-02-16   £129,000
196, HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BU		£600,000
2021-11-19
otherPropertyType
freehold
MATCHAM MANOR FARM, 252 (FLAT 6), HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BU		£248,000
2021-09-27
flatmaisonette
leasehold
Sold 2018-11-30   £218,000
218, HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BT		£805,000
2021-06-29
detached
freehold
Sold 2015-11-24   £600,000
Sold 2006-04-12   £420,000
4, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£685,000
2021-06-04
detached
freehold
Sold 2016-11-30   £540,000
AVON VIEW, HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BP		£800,000
2020-07-31
detached
freehold
Sold 2014-11-19   £737,500
Sold 2011-09-20   £430,000
THE COPPICE, 3, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£475,000
2019-02-15
detached
freehold
Sold 2014-10-06   £382,000
Sold 2010-02-11   £375,000
192A, HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BU		£687,500
2018-02-26
detached
freehold
Sold 2016-04-19   £665,000
Sold 2007-08-31   £499,999
TELECOMMUNICATIONS SITE, HURN ROAD

RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BT		£90,000
2017-01-30
otherPropertyType
freehold
MATCHAM MANOR FARM, 248 (FLAT 4), HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BU		£125,000
2016-10-03
flatmaisonette
leasehold
Sold 2011-08-26   £117,500
Sold 2007-02-28   £120,000
19, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£500,000
2013-06-14
detached
freehold
Sold 2006-03-17   £405,000
6, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£455,000
2012-05-21
detached
freehold
9, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£455,000
2012-03-29
detached
freehold
16, BARNSFIELD ROAD
ST LEONARDS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BX		£447,500
2011-11-25
detached
freehold
Sold 2008-05-01   £490,000
21, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£530,000
2011-05-31
detached
freehold
MATCHAM MANOR FARM, 244 (FLAT 2), HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BU		£97,000
2010-10-29
flatmaisonette
leasehold
8, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£430,000
2009-07-29
detached
freehold
WHITE HEATHER, BARNSFIELD ROAD
ST LEONARDS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BX		£300,000
2007-12-20
detached
freehold
AVON FOREST SPA u0026 LODGES, HURN ROAD
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BP		£700,000
2007-05-21
detached
freehold
20, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£413,500
2007-04-12
detached
freehold
14, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£525,000
2006-09-06
detached
freehold
11, MATCHAMS CLOSE
MATCHAMS
RINGWOOD
DORSET
BH24 2BZ		£473,000
2006-04-11
detached
freehold
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