BH25 5BB is a sought-after residential area on Hawthorn Close, 0.4km from Ashley in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Becton ward and the New Forest West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k.
Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5BB are sourced from Output Area E00116794 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWTHORN CLOSE, BH25 5BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORN CLOSE, BH25 5BB.
271
51
£ 38,900 /yr
39%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BH25 5BB spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. £292k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH25 5BB. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 268,500
3 sales · Mean £ 274,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH25 5BB has low crime rates — 22 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 Junior School
Ashley Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- CWK & S ATYEO & SONS1.0 km
- FERNDALE POST OFFICE0.6 km
- ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.4 km
- BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- WELLINGTON1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.4 km
- ROKALIS0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.4 km
- HAPPY WOK0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Milton1.3 km
- Sway3.5 km
- Hinton Admiral5.2 km
Bus Stops
- St Peters Church0.1 km
- St Peters Church0.1 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.3 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.3 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH255BB · Data under Open Government Licence