SP6 1BB is a safe, established residential area on Church Street, 0.5km from Fordingbridge in Fordingbridge. Administratively it sits within Fordingbridge ward and the New Forest West constituency.
For families considering a move, SP6 1BB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k.
Census 2021 statistics for SP6 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00116979 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHURCH STREET, SP6 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH STREET, SP6 1BB.
268
46
£ 48,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SP6 1BB 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
SP6 1BB is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £375k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SP6 1BB. The average age is 46.2. 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. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 270,000
5 sales · Mean £ 367,600
Flat
£ 242,000
5 sales · Mean £ 237,890
Detached
£ 450,000
3 sales · Mean £ 407,250
Semi-Detached
£ 475,000
1 sales · Mean £ 475,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SP6 1BB has low crime rates — 45 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
Fordingbridge Junior School
Fordingbridge Infant School
The Burgate School and Sixth Form
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- THE CROWN INN0.4 km
- THE GEORGE0.5 km
- THE SHIP INN0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- BUBBLE SOFT PLAY0.5 km
- LA LAMBRETTA0.3 km
- BELINDA'S FORDINGBRIDGE0.4 km
- BRIDGES CAFE0.4 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE BOWLING CLUB0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- NEW WONGS GARDEN LTD0.6 km
- PHILPOTTS0.3 km
- JANE AND DAVE AT VERITY'S SANDWICH SHOP0.5 km
- THE KEBAB HOUSE0.2 km
- THE RIVERSIDE KIOSK0.5 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- ALCOVE NEWSAGENTS0.5 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE COUNTRY MARKET0.3 km
- FORDINGBRIDGE SERVICE STATION0.7 km
- H G WITT AND SON0.3 km
- J MAY & SON LTD0.5 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OPERATIVE0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salisbury16.3 km
- Dean17.3 km
- Ashurst New Forest19.3 km
Bus Stops
- Market Place0.2 km
- Market Place0.3 km
- Normandy Way0.3 km
- Normandy Way0.4 km
- Library Car Park0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SP61BB · Data under Open Government Licence