BH24 1EA is an active urban area on The Bridges, 0.4km from The Furlong in Ringwood. Administratively it sits within Ringwood South ward and the New Forest West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a market squares zone — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. Residents here average 62 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are high (153 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for BH24 1EA are sourced from Output Area E00117222 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE BRIDGES, BH24 1EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BRIDGES, BH24 1EA.
181
62
£ 40,900 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BH24 1EA is a settled retirement community — average age 62, 83% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH24 1EA. The average age is 62.4. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near BH24 1EA are high at 153 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ringwood Church of England Infant School
Ringwood School Academy
Ringwood Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- BOOTS UK LTD0.4 km
- ARGOS0.4 km
- BAKEHOUSE24 LIMITED0.3 km
- CAKE LOVE0.4 km
- COOK0.3 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- FISH INN0.1 km
- INN ON THE FURLONG0.4 km
- ORIGINAL WHITE HART RINGWOOD0.2 km
- THE CELLAR0.5 km
- THE CROWN TAP0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- AMARONE0.5 km
- ARBORO LOUNGE0.3 km
- BARISTA & CO0.2 km
- CAFE AROMA0.5 km
- CAFE VELO LIMITED0.3 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- ICELAND0.5 km
- SAINSBURY'S0.4 km
- WAITROSE0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- BLAKES SANDWICH BAR & CATERING LTD0.4 km
- CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.6 km
- DOMINOS PIZZA0.5 km
- INDIAN TREE0.2 km
- KESKINS0.2 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hinton Admiral12.0 km
- Christchurch12.0 km
- Pokesdown12.9 km
Bus Stops
- Bus Depot0.1 km
- Meeting House Lane0.4 km
- Meeting House Lane0.4 km
- Meeting House Lane0.4 km
- Meeting House Lane0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BH241EA · Data under Open Government Licence