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Swanage


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Population
10,140

Summary

Swanage combines the attractions of an old-world town and an up-to-date seaside resort.  It is set at the eastern end of the Isle of Purbeck, with its Bay extending from the cliffs at Ballard Point to Peverill Point.

Communications
Swanage is located at the end of the Isle of Purbeck on the A351.  The local Sandbanks ferry gives easy access to the town of Poole.

Commercial land
The Victoria Avenue Industrial Estate, including the Purbeck Business Centre, is located off the main A351 into Swanage.  Work is under way to develop a new 3.3 hectare site within the town.
Major employers
  • Wire Fittings Limited (manufacturing)
  • Chococo (food & drink)
  • Swanage Railway (tourist attraction)
  • D & P Lovell Quarries (mining)

Further Information
Helen Heanes
Dorset County Council
+44 (0)1305 224677
h.e.heanes@dorsetcc.gov.uk

   

 

 
Bournemouth Borough Council
Dorset County Council
Borough of Poole
 
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