SO41 0FR is a sought-after residential area on Hawks Lea 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 0FR offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 68) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 0FR are sourced from Output Area E00117141 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWKS LEA, SO41 0FR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWKS LEA, SO41 0FR.
237
68
£ 49,800 /yr
23%
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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 90% owner-occupation and an average age of 68, SO41 0FR is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO41 0FR. The average age is 67.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO41 0FR has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Milford-on-Sea Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- THE KIOSK0.8 km
- MISTER PINK'S0.3 km
- PICKLED WEASEL0.2 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- BOOTS UK LTD0.2 km
- BUTCHERS ON THE GREEN0.3 km
- COASTAL BAKE CO0.2 km
- HOLLANDS OF MILFORD0.3 km
- MILFORD NEWS0.3 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- HARVEST HOUSE0.7 km
- THE BEACH HOUSE0.4 km
- THE LAZY LION0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- MILFORD ON SEA CLUB LTD0.3 km
- MILFORD TENNIS AND SQUASH CLUB0.1 km
- THE SMUGGLERS INN0.3 km
- THE WASH HOUSE MICRO ALE PUB0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- BRITANNIA THAI0.3 km
- MANSOORI HEIGHTS0.3 km
- NEEDLES EYE CAFE0.3 km
- POLLY'S PANTRY TEAROOM0.2 km
- RAY'S ITALIAN KITCHEN0.3 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lymington4.1 km
- Lymington Town5.6 km
- Lymington Pier5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Barnes Lane0.2 km
- Barnes Lane0.2 km
- Sea Road0.4 km
- The Beach House0.4 km
- Swallow Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO410FR · Data under Open Government Licence