Queensway is in Ringwood and in New Forest district. BH24 1QD 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 Queensway, Ringwood, BH24 1QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH24 1QQ, BH24 1QF, BH24 1QJ, BH24 1QE, BH24 1QB, BH24 1WH, BH24 1QG, BH24 1UU, BH24 1QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BH24 1QD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.9% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.1% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 37.8% | 36.3% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 41.5% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 12.5% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 38% | 39% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 35.3% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 18.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.2% | 26.6% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 14.5% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.9% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 18.6% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 17.6% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.9% | 98% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 96.9% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.3% | 13.5% | 15.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Queensway was 48.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.3% higher than the Ringwood North & Ellingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Queensway has the 7th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Ringwood North & Ellingham and the 230th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Queensway, Ringwood, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £316,500 | 2021-07-30 | £339,056 |
| 43 Queensway, Ringwood, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2019-11-29 | £293,119 |
| 39 Queensway, Ringwood, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2017-06-30 | £291,941 |
| 47 Queensway, Ringwood, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2005-08-10 | £321,657 |
| 37 Queensway, Ringwood, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2002-12-20 | £291,560 |
BH24 1QD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 733 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringwood Junior School Hightown Road , BH24 1NH | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulner Junior School North Poulner Road , North Poulner BH24 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulner Infant School and Nursery North Poulner Road , BH24 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives Primary & Nursery School Sandy Lane , St. Ives BH24 2LE | 4out of 4 | 3,705 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 | 443 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 | 2,476 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling College Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 2,955 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling School Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 2,955 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moyles Court School Moyles Court , BH24 3NF | - not rated | 3,321 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREEDOM LEISURE RINGWOOD | PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 432 yd | |
| CARVERS CAFE | CARVERS RECREATION GROUND, SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | 967 yd | |
| INDIA COTTAGE | 35 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,043 yd | |
| AMARONE | 34B CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,068 yd | |
| RINGWOOD CONSERVATIVE CLUB | 22 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELLINGHAM & RINGWOOD R.F.C. LTD. | PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 389 yd | |
| 115 CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD | ELLINGHAM AND RINGWOOD RUGBY CLUB, PARSONAGE BARN LANE | 401 yd | |
| THE WHITE HART | 171 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 479 yd | |
| THE RAILWAY | 35 HIGHTOWN ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,010 yd | |
| THE LONDON TAVERN | LINFORD ROAD, POULNER | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 44 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 946 yd | |
| NEW CITY CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 45 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,016 yd | |
| POULNER FISH AND CHIPS | 4 BUTLERS LANE, POULNER | 1,057 yd | |
| DOMINOS PIZZA | 24 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,063 yd | |
| PRICES FISH & CHIPS | 38-40 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL STORES | 43-45 PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 206 yd | |
| CENTRAL CONVENIENCE STORES | 228 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 503 yd | |
| TESCO POULNER EXPRESS | 1 BUTLERS LANE, POULNER | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ellingham And Ringwood Rfc MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 411 yd |
| Ringwood Health And Leisure PARSONAGE BARN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 487 yd |
| Ringwood School PARSONAGE BARN LANE | grass pitches | 530 yd |
| Carvers Recreation Ground SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 693 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 27.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.