SP6 1AU is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Fordingbridge in Fordingbridge. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Fordingbridge ward and the New Forest West constituency.
Day-to-day life in SP6 1AU has the character of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for SP6 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00116975 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SP6 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SP6 1AU.
293
45
£ 48,200 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 53% owner-occupation and average age 45, SP6 1AU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SP6 1AU. The average age is 44.9. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SP6 1AU is moderate at 63 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 INN0.0 km
- THE GEORGE0.2 km
- THE SHIP INN0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- BUBBLE SOFT PLAY0.2 km
- LA LAMBRETTA0.1 km
- BELINDA'S FORDINGBRIDGE0.0 km
- BRIDGES CAFE0.0 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE BOWLING CLUB0.5 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- NEW WONGS GARDEN LTD0.2 km
- PHILPOTTS0.0 km
- JANE AND DAVE AT VERITY'S SANDWICH SHOP0.1 km
- THE KEBAB HOUSE0.2 km
- THE RIVERSIDE KIOSK0.3 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- ALCOVE NEWSAGENTS0.2 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE COUNTRY MARKET0.1 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE SERVICE STATION0.5 km
- H G WITT AND SON0.0 km
- J MAY & SON LTD0.2 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salisbury16.1 km
- Dean16.9 km
- Ashurst New Forest19.2 km
Bus Stops
- Market Place0.1 km
- Market Place0.1 km
- Library Car Park0.1 km
- Post Office0.2 km
- Post Office0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SP61AU · Data under Open Government Licence