SO41 0EW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Slade Close, 0.5km from Hordle in New Forest. Administratively it sits within Hordle ward and the New Forest West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SO41 0EW are sourced from Output Area E00117046 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SLADE CLOSE, SO41 0EW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SLADE CLOSE, SO41 0EW.
296
49
£ 44,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SO41 0EW — age 49, 83% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO41 0EW. The average age is 49.2. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO41 0EW has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- STEPPING STONES B & B0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- NEW FOREST CHILD CARE CIC HORDLE0.2 km
- THE THREE BELLS (BREWERS FAYRE)0.6 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- CO-OP0.7 km
- HORDLE GARAGE0.6 km
- R D BURDEN0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- HORDLE CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sway3.0 km
- New Milton3.2 km
- Lymington4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Woodcock Lane0.2 km
- Cottagers Lane0.3 km
- Cottagers Lane0.3 km
- Woodcock Lane0.3 km
- Nursery Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO410EW · Data under Open Government Licence