Parsonage Barn Lane is in Ringwood and in New Forest district. BH24 1WJ is located in the Ringwood South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of New Forest West. This postcode has been in use since 2015-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, BH24 1WJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH24 1JN, BH24 1HL, BH24 1HN, BH24 1HJ, BH24 1HW, BH24 1JW, BH24 1HH, BH24 1HG, BH24 1LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH24 1WJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents 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 | 51.2% | 53% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 47% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BH24 1WJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.7% | 25% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 53.9% | 4.5% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 0.7% | -4.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.7% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 9.6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 40.2% | 43.6% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 34.8% | -6.4% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 18.6% | 6.2% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 1.8% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 23% | 24.5% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 6.7% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 13.5% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 11.7% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 30.5% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4.6% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 97.6% | 96% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 96.2% | 94.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.9% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parsonage Barn Lane was 184.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 301.3% higher than the Ringwood North & Ellingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parsonage Barn Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Ringwood North & Ellingham and the 29th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 112.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 126.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Cornmantle Court, 2 Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-06-27 | £271,507 |
| 2 Cornmantle Court, 2 Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-05-23 | £318,938 |
| 34 Cornmantle Court, 2 Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-01-15 | £108,912 |
| 3 Cornmantle Court, 2 Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-07-26 | £301,290 |
| 6 Cornmantle Court, 2 Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-07-24 | £315,637 |
BH24 1WJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 1WJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 135 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 443 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringwood Junior School Hightown Road , BH24 1NH | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulner Junior School North Poulner Road , North Poulner BH24 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulner Infant School and Nursery North Poulner Road , BH24 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,687 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives Primary & Nursery School Sandy Lane , St. Ives BH24 2LE | 4out of 4 | 3,113 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 | 282 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 | 1,869 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling College Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 2,359 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheiling School Horton Road , Ashley BH24 2EB | - not rated | 2,359 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moyles Court School Moyles Court , BH24 3NF | - not rated | 3,455 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 | 252 yd | |
| CARVERS CAFE | CARVERS RECREATION GROUND, SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | 338 yd | |
| GURKHA ASIAN FUSION | 2 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 478 yd | |
| INDIA COTTAGE | 35 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 486 yd | |
| CAFE AROMA | 25 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CROWN TAP | 4 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 478 yd | |
| THE CELLAR | 5- 7 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 486 yd | |
| INN ON THE FURLONG | 12 MEETING HOUSE LANE, RINGWOOD | 539 yd | |
| ELLINGHAM & RINGWOOD R.F.C. LTD. | PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 604 yd | |
| 115 CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD | ELLINGHAM AND RINGWOOD RUGBY CLUB, PARSONAGE BARN LANE | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINATOWN CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 44 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 313 yd | |
| NEW CITY CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 45 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 374 yd | |
| DOMINOS PIZZA | 24 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 452 yd | |
| PRICES FISH & CHIPS | 38-40 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, RINGWOOD | 519 yd | |
| RINGWOOD FISH BAR | 70 HIGH STREET, RINGWOOD | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL STORES | 43-45 PARSONAGE BARN LANE, RINGWOOD | 452 yd | |
| ICELAND | 29 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 487 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | 24 MEETING HOUSE LANE, RINGWOOD | 539 yd | |
| WAITROSE | THE FURLONG, RINGWOOD | 631 yd | |
| CENTRAL CONVENIENCE STORES | 228 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD | 1,032 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carvers Recreation Ground SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 49 yd |
| Ringwood School PARSONAGE BARN LANE | grass pitches | 129 yd |
| Ringwood Health And Leisure PARSONAGE BARN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 271 yd |
| Ellingham And Ringwood Rfc MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 439 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Median download speed | 30.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 46.13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 46.13 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.21 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.