Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

ACORN CLOSE, BH25 5BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ACORN CLOSE, BH25 5BG.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 38,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BH25 5BG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

BH25 5BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 87% 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 5BG is a sought-after residential area on Acorn Close, 0.6km from Ashley in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Becton ward and the New Forest West constituency.

For families considering a move, BH25 5BG represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00116790 (shared with 8 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 5BG. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian2.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 190,000

1 sales · Mean £ 190,000

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

BH25 5BG has low crime rates — 19 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 offences40
Anti-social behaviour19
Public order8
Burglary6
Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

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Ashley Junior School

Good251 pupils0.4 km
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Ashley Infant School

Good191 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • CWK & S ATYEO & SONS1.0 km
  • FERNDALE POST OFFICE0.6 km
  • ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.3 km
  • BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • CAFE MALLARD1.0 km
  • BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.4 km
  • ROKALIS0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • WELLINGTON0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.4 km
  • HAPPY WOK0.4 km
  • J KITCHEN0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Milton1.1 km
  • Sway3.7 km
  • Hinton Admiral5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Manor Road0.2 km
  • St Peters Church0.2 km
  • Manor Road0.2 km
  • St Peters Church0.3 km
  • Oak Road0.3 km