SO41 0GD is a sought-after residential area on Golden Hill, 0.2km from Ashley Common, Lower 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 0GD 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. 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 0GD are sourced from Output Area E00117036 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOLDEN HILL, SO41 0GD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOLDEN HILL, SO41 0GD.
373
48
£ 44,800 /yr
52%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO41 0GD's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO41 0GD. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO41 0GD has low crime rates — 11 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 Infant School
Ashley Junior School
Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- CWK & S ATYEO & SONS0.6 km
- ASHLEY FOODMARKET0.8 km
- BARBERS AND BARBELLS0.6 km
- CO-OP0.5 km
- R D BURDEN0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- POP-UP-CAFE1.0 km
- BOWDELLS BISTRO & BAR0.6 km
- ROKALIS0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- DAMA PIZZA KEBAB0.6 km
- HAPPY WOK0.6 km
- HORDLE CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Milton2.0 km
- Sway3.2 km
- Lymington5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Pinewood Road0.2 km
- Hare Lane0.3 km
- Hare Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO410GD · Data under Open Government Licence