SP6 1AW is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Horseport in Fordingbridge. Administratively it sits within Fordingbridge ward and the New Forest West constituency.
For families considering a move, SP6 1AW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £252k.
Census 2021 statistics for SP6 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00116991 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SP6 1AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SP6 1AW.
238
55
£ 48,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SP6 1AW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SP6 1AW — age 55, 56% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (55) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SP6 1AW. The average age is 55.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 252,000
1 sales · Mean £ 252,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SP6 1AW is above average at 97 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.
school Local Schools
Fordingbridge Junior School
Fordingbridge Infant School
The Burgate School and Sixth Form
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- THE CROWN INN0.3 km
- THE GEORGE0.1 km
- THE SHIP INN0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- BUBBLE SOFT PLAY0.2 km
- LA LAMBRETTA0.5 km
- BELINDA'S FORDINGBRIDGE0.3 km
- BRIDGES CAFE0.3 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE BOWLING CLUB0.2 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- NEW WONGS GARDEN LTD0.2 km
- PHILPOTTS0.3 km
- JANE AND DAVE AT VERITY'S SANDWICH SHOP0.2 km
- THE KEBAB HOUSE0.5 km
- THE RIVERSIDE KIOSK0.1 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- ALCOVE NEWSAGENTS0.2 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE COUNTRY MARKET0.5 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE SERVICE STATION0.2 km
- H G WITT AND SON0.3 km
- J MAY & SON LTD0.2 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salisbury16.1 km
- Dean16.8 km
- Ashurst New Forest18.9 km
Bus Stops
- Hillwoods Cars & Fuel0.1 km
- Recreation Ground0.1 km
- Post Office0.3 km
- Post Office0.3 km
- Library Car Park0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SP61AW · Data under Open Government Licence