Welcome to Leigh

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Introduction

Leigh ( ) is a village and civil parish in the county of Dorset in southern England, situated approximately 5 miles (8.0 km) south-southwest of Sherborne. It is known as the site of a former Miz Maze. In the 2011 census the parish had a population of 480.

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Parish Information

Parish statistics

Area	819 hectares
Population	482 (2021)
Density	59 people/km2
Mean age	54.8
Ward	Yetminster
District	West Dorset
Postcodes	DT9
ONS ID	E04003552

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Council

Contact details for Leigh Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.

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Education

View educational establishments in Leigh Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.

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Business

Business directory listing local businesses operating within Leigh Parish.

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Planning

View recent planning applications submitted for Leigh Parish.

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Property

Price paid data for all property sold in Leigh Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.

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Heritage

Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Leigh Parish.

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Local News

Hosted and licensed by Dorset Council

New section of sustainable travel route on Wimborne Road East and West open and ready for use

Published: 7th Feb 2024

Hosted and licensed by Dorset Echo

Adrian Lam says last year's Challenge Cup triumph gave Leigh an identity

Published: 12th Apr 2024

Hosted and licensed by Dorset Echo

Dorset amateur drama group to host Mardi Gras themed masked ball

Published: 10th Jan 2024