Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

HEATHER CLOSE, SO41 0FZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEATHER CLOSE, SO41 0FZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

296

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO41 0FZ's low deprivation rank, 83% ownership, and £537k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £537k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

SO41 0FZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Heather Close, 0.5km from Hordle in New Forest. Administratively it sits within Hordle ward and the New Forest West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO41, SO41 0FZ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 83% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £537k.

Census 2021 statistics for SO41 0FZ are sourced from Output Area E00117046 (shared with 11 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 0FZ. The average age is 49.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 537,500

1 sales · Mean £ 537,500

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

SO41 0FZ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences6
Burglary2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School

Outstanding330 pupils0.1 km
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Ashley Infant School

Good191 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • STEPPING STONES B & B0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • NEW FOREST CHILD CARE CIC HORDLE0.1 km
  • THE THREE BELLS (BREWERS FAYRE)0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • CO-OP0.7 km
  • HORDLE GARAGE0.7 km
  • R D BURDEN0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • HORDLE CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Milton3.1 km
  • Sway3.2 km
  • Lymington4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Nursery Close0.2 km
  • Nursery Close0.2 km
  • Woodcock Lane0.2 km
  • Woodcock Lane0.2 km
  • Cottagers Lane0.2 km