BH25 5DA is a sought-after residential area on Queens Grove, 0.3km 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 5DA offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £347k, up 22.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5DA are sourced from Output Area E00116794 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
QUEENS GROVE, BH25 5DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for QUEENS GROVE, BH25 5DA.
271
51
£ 38,900 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BH25 5DA — age 51, 91% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 22.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH25 5DA. The average age is 51.5. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 383,500
8 sales · Mean £ 381,125
Terraced
£ 236,000
3 sales · Mean £ 244,333
Flat
£ 211,140
1 sales · Mean £ 211,140
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BH25 5DA has low crime rates — 25 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
4 nearby- CWK & S ATYEO & SONS0.7 km
- FERNDALE POST OFFICE0.8 km
- ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.3 km
- BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- WELLINGTON1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.2 km
- ROKALIS0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.2 km
- HAPPY WOK0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Milton1.4 km
- Sway3.5 km
- Hinton Admiral5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ashley Crossroads0.1 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.1 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.2 km
- Ashley Crossroads0.2 km
- St Peters Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BH255DA · Data under Open Government Licence