BH24 1AX is a sought-after residential area on Hurst Road, 0.8km from Blashford in Ringwood. Administratively it sits within Ringwood North ward and the New Forest West constituency.
For serious buyers, BH24 1AX is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 74% 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 £408k, up 27.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH24 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00117199 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HURST ROAD, BH24 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HURST ROAD, BH24 1AX.
426
46
£ 55,300 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BH24 1AX spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. £408k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 27.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH24 1AX. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 356,250
4 sales · Mean £ 338,125
Terraced
£ 335,000
2 sales · Mean £ 335,000
Detached
£ 401,500
4 sales · Mean £ 390,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH24 1AX has low crime rates — 9 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
Ringwood School Academy
Poulner Junior School
Poulner Infant School and Nursery
Ringwood Church of England Infant School
Ringwood Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- BUDGENS OF BLASHFORD0.4 km
- MOODY COW FARM SHOP0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- CARVERS CAFE0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.9 km
- NEW CITY CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- GLEN AVON BED & BREAKFAST0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- THE WHITE HART0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- CENTRAL CONVENIENCE STORES1.0 km
- CENTRAL STORES0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hinton Admiral12.5 km
- Christchurch13.0 km
- Pokesdown14.1 km
Bus Stops
- Poulner Wells Garage0.2 km
- Poulner Wells Garage0.2 km
- Poulner Wells Garage0.2 km
- Broadshard Lane0.3 km
- Broadshard Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH241AX · Data under Open Government Licence