BH25 5DE is a safe, established residential area on Pilgrims Close, 0.7km from Ashley in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Fernhill ward and the New Forest West constituency.
For families considering a move, BH25 5DE represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5DE are sourced from Output Area E00116971 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PILGRIMS CLOSE, BH25 5DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PILGRIMS CLOSE, BH25 5DE.
376
42
£ 39,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BH25 5DE — age 42, 77% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 5DE. The average age is 41.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH25 5DE has low crime rates — 14 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
New Milton Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- NEW MILTON INTERNATIONAL STORES1.0 km
- PREMIER SHOP1.0 km
- FERNDALE POST OFFICE0.5 km
- ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.4 km
- BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- CENTRAL BAR1.0 km
- NEW MILTON CONSERVATIVE CLUB LTD1.0 km
- THE HOURGLASS1.0 km
- WELLINGTON0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- CAFE MALLARD0.9 km
- COSTA COFFEE1.0 km
- COSTA COFFEE1.0 km
- KFC1.0 km
- THE GARDEN CAFE1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- MORRISONS1.0 km
- TESCO STORES LTD1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- DOMINOS PIZZA1.0 km
- SUBWAY NEW MILTON1.0 km
- CHARCOAL GRILL0.9 km
- COOKIES1.0 km
- DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.5 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Milton1.0 km
- Sway3.7 km
- Hinton Admiral4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Manor Road0.2 km
- Manor Road0.2 km
- St Peters Church0.3 km
- Oak Road0.3 km
- Oak Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH255DE · Data under Open Government Licence