Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

LOWER ASHLEY ROAD, BH25 5AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER ASHLEY ROAD, BH25 5AA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

310

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 38,900 /yr

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Employed

39%

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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7/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

BH25 5AA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BH25 5AA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Lower Ashley Road, 0.3km from Ashley Common, Lower in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Becton ward and the New Forest West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH25, BH25 5AA offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £322k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5AA are sourced from Output Area E00116798 (shared with 7 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 BH25 5AA. The average age is 50.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.8%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 313,500

7 sales · Mean £ 314,142

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BH25 5AA has low crime rates — 26 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.

Violence and sexual offences39
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson6
Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

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Ashley Infant School

Good191 pupils0.0 km
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Ashley Junior School

Good251 pupils0.4 km
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Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School

Outstanding330 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • CWK & S ATYEO & SONS0.4 km
  • ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.4 km
  • BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.3 km
  • CO-OP1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • COSTA COFFEE0.9 km
  • BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.2 km
  • ROKALIS0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • TESCO STORES LTD0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.2 km
  • HAPPY WOK0.2 km
  • HORDLE CHINESE TAKEAWAY1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Milton1.6 km
  • Sway3.6 km
  • Hinton Admiral5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Andrew Lane0.1 km
  • Andrew Lane0.1 km
  • Ashley Crossroads0.3 km
  • Ashley Crossroads0.3 km
  • Ashley Crossroads0.3 km