College Road is in Ringwood and in New Forest district. BH24 1NX is located in the Ringwood South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of New Forest West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about College Road, Ringwood, BH24 1NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH24 1NU, BH24 1PH, BH24 1NT, BH24 1LF, BH24 1PJ, BH24 1LE, BH24 1NS, BH24 1DT, BH24 1LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH24 1NX has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.6% | 56.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 44.4% | 43.7% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.7% | 24.7% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 46.1% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 15.7% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 14% | 10.1% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.7% | 47.4% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 33% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 12.1% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.4% | 13.3% | -13.1% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 13.3% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 11.1% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 8.3% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 17.8% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 33.9% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 95.8% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
In this area, 91.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.3% | 91.2% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 91.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0.5% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around College Road was 79.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.0% higher than the Ringwood North & Ellingham average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
College Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Ringwood North & Ellingham and the 132nd highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 - 30 College Road, Ringwood, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,200,000 | 2025-03-07 | £1,209,121 |
| 42 College Road, Ringwood, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £917,500 | 2023-11-15 | £889,697 |
| 36 College Road, Ringwood, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £975,000 | 2022-12-14 | £937,462 |
| 32 College Road, Ringwood, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-04-27 | £720,619 |
| The Old Manse, 16 College Road, Ringwood, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2020-08-27 | £786,017 |
BH24 1NX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BH24 1NX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BH24 1NX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringwood Church of England Infant School School Lane , BH24 1LG | 4out of 4 | 22 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringwood Junior School Hightown Road , BH24 1NH | 3out of 4 | 317 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulner Junior School North Poulner Road , North Poulner BH24 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,910 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulner Infant School and Nursery North Poulner Road , BH24 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,943 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives Primary & Nursery School Sandy Lane , St. Ives BH24 2LE | 4out of 4 | 3,013 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringwood School Academy Parsonage Barn Lane , BH24 1SE | 3out of 4 | 313 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringwood Waldorf School Folly Farm Lane , Ashley BH24 2NN | - not rated | 1,806 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling College Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 2,269 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling School Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 2,269 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moyles Court School Moyles Court , BH24 3NF | - not rated | 3,837 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| INDIA COTTAGE | 35 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 404 yd | |
| AMARONE | 34B CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 416 yd | |
| RINGWOOD CONSERVATIVE CLUB | 22 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 416 yd | |
| CARVERS CAFE | CARVERS RECREATION GROUND, SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | 457 yd | |
| GURKHA ASIAN FUSION | 2 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE RAILWAY | 35 HIGHTOWN ROAD, RINGWOOD | 342 yd | |
| THE CELLAR | 5- 7 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 404 yd | |
| ELLINGHAM & RINGWOOD R.F.C. LTD. | PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 418 yd | |
| 115 CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD | ELLINGHAM AND RINGWOOD RUGBY CLUB, PARSONAGE BARN LANE | 427 yd | |
| THE CROWN TAP | 4 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRICES FISH & CHIPS | 38-40 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 416 yd | |
| CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 44 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 452 yd | |
| DOMINOS PIZZA | 24 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 487 yd | |
| NEW CITY CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 45 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 520 yd | |
| RINGWOOD FISH BAR | 70 HIGH STREET, RINGWOOD | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICELAND | 29 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 531 yd | |
| CENTRAL STORES | 43-45 PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 579 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | 24 MEETING HOUSE LANE, RINGWOOD | 589 yd | |
| WAITROSE | THE FURLONG, RINGWOOD | 722 yd | |
| LIDL UK | WELLWORTHY WAY, RINGWOOD | 770 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ringwood Health And Leisure PARSONAGE BARN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 269 yd |
| Ellingham And Ringwood Rfc MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 306 yd |
| Ringwood School PARSONAGE BARN LANE | grass pitches | 396 yd |
| Carvers Recreation Ground SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Ringwood) CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 946 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 4.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.