SHAVES LANE, BH25 5DJ House Prices & Local Information

BH25 5DJ is a sought-after residential area on Shaves Lane, 1.0km from Bashley in New Milton. Administratively it sits within Fernhill ward and the New Forest West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH25, BH25 5DJ offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 55 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 93% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £583k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BH25 5DJ are sourced from Output Area E00116964 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.