Is BH25 5AQ a safe place to live?

Yes, BH25 5AQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BH25 5AQ?

The average property price in BH25 5AQ is currently around £425k.

What is the population of BH25 5AQ?

The population for the BH25 5AQ area is approximately 310 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

ASHLEY LANE, BH25 5AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHLEY LANE, BH25 5AQ.

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

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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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BH25 5AQ spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH25 5AQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ashley Lane, 0.1km from Ashley 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 5AQ offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k, down 0.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5AQ 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 5AQ. 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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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 425,000

7 sales · Mean £ 525,571

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

BH25 5AQ has low crime rates — 21 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 offences31

Anti-social behaviour12

Criminal damage and arson6

Public order4

Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

Ashley Infant School

Good191 pupils0.2 km

Ashley Junior School

Good251 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

CWK & S ATYEO & SONS0.6 km
ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.4 km
BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.2 km
CO-OP0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.2 km
ROKALIS0.2 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby

DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.2 km
HAPPY WOK0.2 km
HORDLE CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

New Milton1.6 km
Sway3.4 km
Hinton Admiral5.5 km

Bus Stops

Ashley Crossroads0.2 km
Ashley Crossroads0.2 km
Ashley Crossroads0.3 km
Ashley Crossroads0.3 km
St Peters Church0.4 km