SP6 1AL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Salisbury Street, 0.1km from Fordingbridge in Fordingbridge. Administratively it sits within Fordingbridge ward and the New Forest West constituency.
Within the SP6 district, this postcode is characterised by an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £115k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SP6 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00116976 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SALISBURY STREET, SP6 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SALISBURY STREET, SP6 1AL.
337
49
£ 48,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SP6 1AL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 54% owner-occupation and average age 49, SP6 1AL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £115k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 4.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SP6 1AL. The average age is 49.5. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 122,000
43 sales · Mean £ 129,533
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SP6 1AL is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Fordingbridge Junior School
Fordingbridge Infant School
The Burgate School and Sixth Form
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- THE CROWN INN0.1 km
- THE GEORGE0.2 km
- THE SHIP INN0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- BUBBLE SOFT PLAY0.1 km
- LA LAMBRETTA0.2 km
- BELINDA'S FORDINGBRIDGE0.1 km
- BRIDGES CAFE0.1 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE BOWLING CLUB0.6 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- NEW WONGS GARDEN LTD0.1 km
- PHILPOTTS0.2 km
- JANE AND DAVE AT VERITY'S SANDWICH SHOP0.1 km
- THE KEBAB HOUSE0.3 km
- THE RIVERSIDE KIOSK0.4 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- ALCOVE NEWSAGENTS0.1 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE COUNTRY MARKET0.2 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE SERVICE STATION0.5 km
- H G WITT AND SON0.2 km
- J MAY & SON LTD0.1 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salisbury15.9 km
- Dean16.8 km
- Ashurst New Forest19.2 km
Bus Stops
- Library Car Park0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Market Place0.2 km
- Market Place0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SP61AL · Data under Open Government Licence