Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

LAUREL CLOSE, SO41 0FQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAUREL CLOSE, SO41 0FQ.

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Population

373

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

52%

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.

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9/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO41 0FQ's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £342k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £342k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

SO41 0FQ is a sought-after residential area on Laurel Close, 0.5km from Hordle in Ashley (New Forest). Administratively it sits within Hordle ward and the New Forest West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO41, SO41 0FQ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £342k. 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 SO41 0FQ are sourced from Output Area E00117036 (shared with 13 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 SO41 0FQ. 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 / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 365,000

1 sales · Mean £ 365,000

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

3 sales · Mean £ 261,666

Terraced

£ 272,000

2 sales · Mean £ 272,000

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

SO41 0FQ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10
Public order4
Other theft3
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Ashley Infant School

Good191 pupils0.9 km
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Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School

Outstanding330 pupils1.1 km
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Ashley Junior School

Good251 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • POP-UP-CAFE0.7 km
  • BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR1.0 km
  • ROKALIS1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • BARBERS AND BARBELLS1.0 km
  • CO-OP0.3 km
  • HORDLE GARAGE0.7 km
  • R D BURDEN0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • THE THREE BELLS (BREWERS FAYRE)0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • DAMA PIZZA KEBAB1.0 km
  • HAPPY WOK1.0 km
  • HORDLE CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Milton2.3 km
  • Sway2.9 km
  • Lymington5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Hare Lane0.1 km
  • Hare Lane0.1 km
  • WI Hall0.2 km
  • WI Hall0.2 km
  • Stopples Lane Shops0.3 km