Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

STURT POND CLOSE, SO41 0AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STURT POND CLOSE, SO41 0AX.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /yr

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Employed

33%

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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9/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

SO41 0AX is a settled retirement community — average age 59, 90% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £715k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

SO41 0AX is a sought-after residential area on Sturt Pond Close, 1.2km from Keyhaven in Milford on Sea. Administratively it sits within Milford ward and the New Forest West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO41, SO41 0AX offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An established, mature community with an average age of 59 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 90% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £715k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SO41 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00117135 (shared with 18 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 SO41 0AX. The average age is 59.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 650,000

4 sales · Mean £ 648,750

Detached

£ 675,000

6 sales · Mean £ 730,833

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

SO41 0AX has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3
Burglary3
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Milford-on-Sea Church of England Primary School

Outstanding315 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • BOOTS UK LTD0.3 km
  • BUTCHERS ON THE GREEN0.3 km
  • COASTAL BAKE CO0.3 km
  • HOLLANDS OF MILFORD0.2 km
  • MILFORD NEWS0.3 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • HARVEST HOUSE0.6 km
  • THE BEACH HOUSE0.8 km
  • THE LAZY LION0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • MILFORD ON SEA CLUB LTD0.2 km
  • MILFORD TENNIS AND SQUASH CLUB0.4 km
  • THE SMUGGLERS INN0.1 km
  • THE WASH HOUSE MICRO ALE PUB0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • BRITANNIA THAI0.3 km
  • MANSOORI HEIGHTS0.2 km
  • NEEDLES EYE CAFE0.4 km
  • POLLY'S PANTRY TEAROOM0.3 km
  • RAY'S ITALIAN KITCHEN0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • MISTER PINK'S0.2 km
  • PICKLED WEASEL0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lymington3.8 km
  • Lymington Town5.3 km
  • Lymington Pier5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Swallow Drive0.1 km
  • Swallow Drive0.1 km
  • Barnes Lane0.4 km
  • Barnes Lane0.4 km
  • Sea Road0.4 km