BH25 5AG is a safe, established residential area on Hare Lane, 0.3km from Ashley Common, Lower in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Becton ward and the New Forest West constituency.
For families considering a move, BH25 5AG represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5AG are sourced from Output Area E00116796 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARE LANE, BH25 5AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARE LANE, BH25 5AG.
382
43
£ 38,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH25 5AG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
BH25 5AG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 72% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH25 5AG. The average age is 43.4. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH25 5AG has low crime rates — 27 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
Ashley Infant School
Ashley Junior School
Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- CWK & S ATYEO & SONS0.3 km
- ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.5 km
- BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.4 km
- CO-OP0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- COSTA COFFEE1.0 km
- BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.4 km
- ROKALIS0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- TESCO STORES LTD1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.4 km
- HAPPY WOK0.4 km
- HORDLE CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Milton1.7 km
- Sway3.6 km
- Hinton Admiral5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Andrew Lane0.1 km
- Andrew Lane0.1 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.4 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.4 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BH255AG · Data under Open Government Licence