Is BH25 5AJ a safe place to live?

Yes, BH25 5AJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BH25 5AJ?

The average property price in BH25 5AJ is currently around £473k.

What is the population of BH25 5AJ?

The population for the BH25 5AJ area is approximately 271 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

ASHLEY COMMON ROAD, BH25 5AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHLEY COMMON ROAD, BH25 5AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

271

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,900 /yr

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Employed

39%

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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7/10

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6/10

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3/10

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3/10

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3/10

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4/10

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7/10

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10/10

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8/10

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Area Character

BH25 5AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £473k, 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £473k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH25 5AJ is a sought-after residential area on Ashley Common Road, 0.3km from Ashley in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Becton ward and the New Forest West constituency.

For serious buyers, BH25 5AJ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Residents average 51 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £473k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5AJ are sourced from Output Area E00116794 (shared with 7 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 BH25 5AJ. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%

Asian / British Asian3.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

39%Active

FT: 25%

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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 441,250

6 sales · Mean £ 447,916

Semi-Detached

£ 310,000

1 sales · Mean £ 310,000

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

BH25 5AJ has low crime rates — 21 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.

Violence and sexual offences47

Anti-social behaviour17

Criminal damage and arson6

Public order5

Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

Ashley Infant School

Good191 pupils0.4 km

Ashley Junior School

Good251 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

CWK & S ATYEO & SONS0.8 km
FERNDALE POST OFFICE0.8 km
ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.3 km
BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.2 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.2 km
ROKALIS0.2 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.2 km
HAPPY WOK0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

New Milton1.4 km
Sway3.5 km
Hinton Admiral5.3 km

Bus Stops

Ashley Crossroads0.1 km
Ashley Crossroads0.1 km
St Peters Church0.2 km
St Peters Church0.2 km
Ashley Crossroads0.2 km