SP6 1DH is a sought-after residential area on Ashford Close, 0.1km from Ashford in Sandleheath. Administratively it sits within Fordingbridge ward and the New Forest West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SP6, SP6 1DH offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 82% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k, down 13.9% year-on-year. 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 SP6 1DH are sourced from Output Area E00116982 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHFORD CLOSE, SP6 1DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHFORD CLOSE, SP6 1DH.
286
47
£ 48,200 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SP6 1DH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SP6 1DH's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £425k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 13.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SP6 1DH. 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
Terraced
£ 333,750
2 sales · Mean £ 333,750
Semi-Detached
£ 400,000
7 sales · Mean £ 393,571
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SP6 1DH has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. 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
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- THE RAILWAY HOTEL0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- THE CROWN INN1.0 km
- THE SHIP INN1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- LA LAMBRETTA0.8 km
- BELINDA'S FORDINGBRIDGE1.0 km
- BRIDGES CAFE1.0 km
- LUXURY BUBBLE0.9 km
- RAJ OF INDIA0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- PHILPOTTS1.0 km
- THE KEBAB HOUSE0.9 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- FORDINGBRIDGE COUNTRY MARKET0.8 km
- H G WITT AND SON1.0 km
- THE COTTAGE LOAF1.0 km
- THE GOURMET GROCER1.0 km
- VINTAGE WINE & PORT LTD0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salisbury15.8 km
- Dean17.4 km
Bus Stops
- Ashford Close0.1 km
- Ashford Close0.1 km
- Jubilee Road0.4 km
- Jubillee Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SP61DH · Data under Open Government Licence