BH24 1BH is a mixed residential area on Kings Arms Row, 0.1km from Ringwood in Ringwood. Administratively it sits within Ringwood South ward and the New Forest West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH24, BH24 1BH offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. Average age 62 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 101 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £417k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH24 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00117222 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KINGS ARMS ROW, BH24 1BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGS ARMS ROW, BH24 1BH.
181
62
£ 40,900 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BH24 1BH is a settled retirement community — average age 62, 83% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 62).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH24 1BH. 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
Economic Activity
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
Terraced
£ 406,000
2 sales · Mean £ 406,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BH24 1BH is above average at 101 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.
school Local Schools
Ringwood Church of England Infant School
Ringwood School Academy
Ringwood Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- BOOTS UK LTD0.2 km
- ARGOS0.2 km
- BAKEHOUSE24 LIMITED0.1 km
- CAKE LOVE0.1 km
- COOK0.3 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- 115 CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD0.9 km
- ELLINGHAM & RINGWOOD R.F.C. LTD.0.9 km
- FISH INN0.5 km
- INN ON THE FURLONG0.2 km
- ORIGINAL WHITE HART RINGWOOD0.3 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- AMARONE0.2 km
- ARBORO LOUNGE0.3 km
- BARISTA & CO0.3 km
- CAFE AROMA0.2 km
- CAFE VELO LIMITED0.3 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- ICELAND0.2 km
- SAINSBURY'S0.2 km
- WAITROSE0.3 km
- CENTRAL STORES1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- BLAKES SANDWICH BAR & CATERING LTD0.1 km
- CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.4 km
- DOMINOS PIZZA0.2 km
- INDIAN TREE0.3 km
- KESKINS0.2 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- PREMIER INN RINGWOOD1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hinton Admiral11.7 km
- Christchurch11.9 km
- Pokesdown12.9 km
Bus Stops
- Meeting House Lane0.2 km
- Meeting House Lane0.2 km
- Meeting House Lane0.2 km
- Meeting House Lane0.2 km
- Medical Centre0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH241BH · Data under Open Government Licence