Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

THE BRIDGES, BH24 1EA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BRIDGES, BH24 1EA.

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Population

181

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Avg Age

62

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences42
Shoplifting38
Anti-social behaviour33
Criminal damage and arson14
Burglary8

school Local Schools

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Ringwood Church of England Infant School

Good257 pupils0.7 km
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Ringwood School Academy

Good1561 pupils1.0 km
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Ringwood Junior School

Good381 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • ICELAND0.5 km
  • SAINSBURY'S0.4 km
  • WAITROSE0.3 km
fastfood

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