Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

DEWEYS LANE, BH24 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEWEYS LANE, BH24 1AJ.

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Population

181

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Avg Age

62

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Average age 62, 83% owned. BH24 1AJ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 62). Property prices are trending down 36.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH24 1AJ is a mixed residential area on Deweys Lane, 0.2km from Ringwood in Ringwood. Administratively it sits within Ringwood South ward and the New Forest West constituency.

For families considering a move, BH24 1AJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 62 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 36.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH24 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00117222 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH24 1AJ. The average age is 62.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 105,000

41 sales · Mean £ 111,829

Detached

£ 680,000

3 sales · Mean £ 625,000

Semi-Detached

£ 447,500

3 sales · Mean £ 447,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around BH24 1AJ is above average at 91 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences64
Anti-social behaviour39
Shoplifting38
Criminal damage and arson18
Public order11

school Local Schools

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Ringwood Church of England Infant School

Good257 pupils0.5 km
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Ringwood School Academy

Good1561 pupils0.7 km
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Ringwood Junior School

Good381 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • BOOTS UK LTD0.2 km
  • ARGOS0.2 km
  • BAKEHOUSE24 LIMITED0.0 km
  • CAKE LOVE0.1 km
  • COOK0.2 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • FISH INN0.4 km
  • INN ON THE FURLONG0.2 km
  • ORIGINAL WHITE HART RINGWOOD0.1 km
  • THE CELLAR0.3 km
  • THE CROWN TAP0.2 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • AMARONE0.3 km
  • ARBORO LOUNGE0.2 km
  • BARISTA & CO0.1 km
  • CAFE AROMA0.2 km
  • CAFE VELO LIMITED0.1 km
  • + 22 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • ICELAND0.2 km
  • SAINSBURY'S0.2 km
  • WAITROSE0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • BLAKES SANDWICH BAR & CATERING LTD0.1 km
  • CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.4 km
  • DOMINOS PIZZA0.3 km
  • INDIAN TREE0.1 km
  • KESKINS0.1 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hinton Admiral11.8 km
  • Christchurch12.0 km
  • Pokesdown13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Meeting House Lane0.2 km
  • Bus Depot0.2 km
  • Meeting House Lane0.2 km
  • Meeting House Lane0.2 km
  • Meeting House Lane0.2 km