BH25 5AR is a safe, established residential area on Ashley Common Road, 0.5km from Ashley in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Fernhill ward and the New Forest West constituency.
For families considering a move, BH25 5AR represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. An average age of 45 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £461k, down 11.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00116967 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHLEY COMMON ROAD, BH25 5AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHLEY COMMON ROAD, BH25 5AR.
357
45
£ 39,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BH25 5AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH25 5AR combines high owner-occupation (64%), strong property values (£461k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 11.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH25 5AR. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 338,000
3 sales · Mean £ 364,333
Detached
£ 420,000
4 sales · Mean £ 391,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH25 5AR has low crime rates — 22 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.
school Local Schools
Ashley Junior School
Ashley Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- DANESTREAM FARM SHOP1.0 km
- FERNDALE POST OFFICE0.5 km
- NEW FOREST FISH AND SHELLFISH1.0 km
- ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.6 km
- BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.5 km
- ROKALIS0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.5 km
- HAPPY WOK0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Milton1.4 km
- Sway3.4 km
- Hinton Admiral5.2 km
Bus Stops
- St Peters Church0.2 km
- St Peters Church0.2 km
- Park Road0.3 km
- Park Road0.3 km
- Hilton Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BH255AR · Data under Open Government Licence