BH24 1DP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Christchurch Road, 0.2km from Quomp in Ringwood. Administratively it sits within Ringwood South ward and the New Forest West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BH24 1DP is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £297k, up 42.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH24 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00117231 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, BH24 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, BH24 1DP.
200
53
£ 40,900 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH24 1DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
BH24 1DP has a significant social housing presence — 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 42.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH24 1DP. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 297,500
2 sales · Mean £ 297,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH24 1DP has low crime rates — 35 incidents 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 Junior School
Ringwood School Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- BOOTS UK LTD0.5 km
- ARGOS0.6 km
- BAKEHOUSE24 LIMITED0.6 km
- CAKE LOVE0.5 km
- COOK0.7 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- 115 CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD0.7 km
- ELLINGHAM & RINGWOOD R.F.C. LTD.0.7 km
- FISH INN0.9 km
- INN ON THE FURLONG0.6 km
- ORIGINAL WHITE HART RINGWOOD0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- AMARONE0.4 km
- ARBORO LOUNGE0.7 km
- BARISTA & CO0.7 km
- CAFE AROMA0.5 km
- CAFE VELO LIMITED0.7 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- ICELAND0.5 km
- SAINSBURY'S0.6 km
- WAITROSE0.7 km
- LIDL UK0.6 km
- CENTRAL STORES0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- BLAKES SANDWICH BAR & CATERING LTD0.5 km
- CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.6 km
- DOMINOS PIZZA0.5 km
- INDIAN TREE0.7 km
- KESKINS0.7 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- MOORTOWN LODGE0.6 km
- PREMIER INN RINGWOOD0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hinton Admiral11.3 km
- Christchurch11.6 km
- Pokesdown12.7 km
Bus Stops
- The Lamb0.0 km
- New Street0.1 km
- Fire Station0.1 km
- New Street0.1 km
- Fire Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH241DP · Data under Open Government Licence