Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

MELROSE COURT, BH25 5BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELROSE COURT, BH25 5BY.

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

314

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 38,900 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. 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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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BH25 5BY — age 48, 91% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £331k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

BH25 5BY is a sought-after residential area on Melrose Court, 0.5km from Ashley in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Becton ward and the New Forest West constituency.

For serious buyers, BH25 5BY is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k.

Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5BY are sourced from Output Area E00116799 (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 5BY. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
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

Terraced

£ 297,500

4 sales · Mean £ 306,375

Detached

£ 318,000

1 sales · Mean £ 318,000

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

BH25 5BY 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 offences42
Anti-social behaviour12
Public order8
Shoplifting4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Ashley Junior School

Good251 pupils0.1 km
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Ashley Infant School

Good191 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • CWK & S ATYEO & SONS0.6 km
  • FERNDALE POST OFFICE0.9 km
  • ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.1 km
  • BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • THE HALE GARDENS LAWN TENNIS CLUB1.0 km
  • WELLINGTON0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • COSTA COFFEE0.8 km
  • BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.1 km
  • ROKALIS0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • TESCO STORES LTD0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.1 km
  • HAPPY WOK0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Milton1.3 km
  • Sway3.8 km
  • Hinton Admiral5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Ashley Crossroads0.1 km
  • Ashley Crossroads0.1 km
  • Ashley Crossroads0.2 km
  • Ashley Crossroads0.2 km
  • Oak Road0.3 km