SO41 0EP is a sought-after residential area on The Pines, 0.5km from Hordle in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Hordle ward and the New Forest West constituency.
For serious buyers, SO41 0EP is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £460k. 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 0EP are sourced from Output Area E00117037 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE PINES, SO41 0EP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PINES, SO41 0EP.
328
47
£ 44,800 /yr
41%
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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO41 0EP combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£460k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO41 0EP. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 430,000
3 sales · Mean £ 436,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SO41 0EP has low crime rates — 12 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.
school Local Schools
Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School
Ashley Infant School
Ashley Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- CWK & S ATYEO & SONS0.8 km
- CO-OP0.3 km
- HORDLE GARAGE0.8 km
- R D BURDEN0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- NEW FOREST CHILD CARE CIC HORDLE0.7 km
- THE THREE BELLS (BREWERS FAYRE)0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- HORDLE CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Milton2.4 km
- Sway3.3 km
- Lymington5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Danecrest Road0.1 km
- Westmorland Court0.2 km
- Stopples Lane0.3 km
- Pinewood Road0.3 km
- Stopples Lane Shops H&R0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO410EP · Data under Open Government Licence