Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

WEST STREET, BH24 1DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST STREET, BH24 1DY.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH24 1DY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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1/10
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1/10
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3/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BH24 1DY — age 51, 31% ownership, 57% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £275k.

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

BH24 1DY is an active urban area on West Street, 0.3km from The Furlong in Ringwood. Administratively it sits within Ringwood South ward and the New Forest West constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 126 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH24 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00117223 (shared with 46 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 1DY. The average age is 50.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 275,000

1 sales · Mean £ 275,000

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

Crime around BH24 1DY is above average at 126 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences48
Shoplifting38
Anti-social behaviour34
Criminal damage and arson14
Burglary8

school Local Schools

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Ringwood Church of England Infant School

Good257 pupils0.6 km
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Ringwood School Academy

Good1561 pupils0.9 km
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Ringwood Junior School

Good381 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • BOOTS UK LTD0.4 km
  • ARGOS0.3 km
  • BAKEHOUSE24 LIMITED0.2 km
  • CAKE LOVE0.3 km
  • COOK0.2 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • FISH INN0.2 km
  • INN ON THE FURLONG0.3 km
  • ORIGINAL WHITE HART RINGWOOD0.1 km
  • THE CELLAR0.5 km
  • THE CROWN TAP0.4 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • AMARONE0.5 km
  • ARBORO LOUNGE0.2 km
  • BARISTA & CO0.1 km
  • CAFE AROMA0.4 km
  • CAFE VELO LIMITED0.2 km
  • + 22 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • ICELAND0.4 km
  • SAINSBURY'S0.3 km
  • WAITROSE0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • BLAKES SANDWICH BAR & CATERING LTD0.3 km
  • CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.5 km
  • DOMINOS PIZZA0.4 km
  • INDIAN TREE0.1 km
  • KESKINS0.1 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hinton Admiral12.0 km
  • Christchurch12.1 km
  • Pokesdown13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Bus Depot0.1 km
  • Meeting House Lane0.3 km
  • Meeting House Lane0.3 km
  • Meeting House Lane0.3 km
  • Meeting House Lane0.4 km