Have you ever dreamed of owning your own property empire in Dorset, or an extravagant residency in London?

Well, it’s time to put your metal to the test and see which option really comes out on top. 

When the average asking price for a property in Weymouth is £265,788, according to Zoopla, does it really make more sense to have one London home when you could have 18 here? 

However, if you’ve got that sort of money to spend then surely you’d be after a bit of variety. 

From flats to semi-detached homes and millionaire pads, here’s what you could get in Dorset for the price of this London flat:

£5,000,000 

Queen Street, Mayfair, London

Dorset Echo:

Described as fully refurbished to an immaculate standard, this three-bedroom flat in Mayfair comes in at a whopping £5million. 

Keeping some period elements throughout including the original façades the property aims to provide contemporary living in a historic setting. 

However, for this extreme price you would not get any private outdoor space, sports facilities or parking. 

Is it really worth it? 

Here's what you could get in Dorset for the same price: 

£900,000

Chickerell Road, Chickerell, DT4

Dorset Echo:

Described as a stunning family home, every property mogul needs an impressive pad to live in themselves and what better property that this one in Chickerell?

The property has three-bedrooms and most importantly boasts breath-taking views across the sea. 

Outside is a stunning garden, car port, garage and workshop as well as a garden home office or studio. 

£750,000

Brunswick Terrace, Weymouth, DT4

Dorset Echo:

Ideally located overlooking Weymouth Bay this five-bedroom townhouse dates back to the 1820s.

The Georgian Grade II listed property has two reception rooms, a modern kitchen diner and a courtyard garden.  

£750,000

Queen Mother Square, Poundbury, DT1

Dorset Echo:

Not the last house on this list in the prestigious Poundbury is this three-bedroom flat. 

Situated within Strathmore House this stunning apartment is described as offering immaculate accommodation.

Well-presented throughout the property boasts a  roof top terrace overlooking Queen Mother Square.

£500,000

East Street, DT4

Dorset Echo:

This beautifully presented nine bedroom all en-suite period freehold guest house also benefits from a private two-bedroom owners accommodation.

A great investment the business has been awarded three AA stars with a rating of 9.4. 

The property is in a prime position and also benefits from a rear garden.

£500,000

Victor Jackson Avenue, Poundbury, DT1

Dorset Echo:

Located in the prestigious location of Poundbury this property offers versatile accomodation. 

In the heart of Poundbury this exclusive penthouse has three double bedrooms and give reception rooms. 

£250,000

The Esplanade, Weymouth, DT4

Dorset Echo:

This two-bedroom apartment is located withinn a historical Grade II Listed building on Weymouth seafront. 

The property also benefits from an added storage unit, communal lift and allocated parking space.

£250,000

Crown Street, Poundbury, DT1

Dorset Echo:

Located near to Crown Square in the sought after development of Poundbury this ground floor flat benefits from an enclosed courtyard garden and garage. 

The apartment is presented to a high standard throughout and has a modern fitted kitchen and bathroom. 

£250,000

High Street, Wyke Regis, DT4

Dorset Echo:

This large 3 bedroom property is set within the sought after location of Wyke. 

Benefiting from off-road parking and two large reception rooms this property has a large landscaped garden to the rear. 

£250,000

South Walks Road, Dorchester, DT1

Dorset Echo:

A stone's throw from Dorchester town centre is this three-bedroom ground-floor apartment. 

Boasting a communal garden and private garage this property has plenty of rental potential. 

Leaving you with some change spare, this Dorset empire comes in at £4,400,000. 

Compared to the London terrace you'd be able to get these eight properties and still have £600,000 left over for renovations. 

If you had the money what would you do - buy one home in London or an empire in Dorset? Let us know in the comments.