Barrs Avenue is in New Milton and in New Forest district. BH25 5HJ is located in the Ashley, Bashley & Fernhill 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 Barrs Avenue, New Milton, BH25 5HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BH25 5HL, BH25 5HW, BH25 5HD, BH25 5HB, BH25 5HP, BH25 5HN, BH25 5GW, BH25 5GQ, BH25 5WT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BH25 5HJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 54.4% | 53.2% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 45.6% | 46.8% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 14.4% | 24.1% | 9.7% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.2% | 45.5% | -12.7% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 15% | 9.5% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 20.4% | 13.6% | -6.8% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
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 | 35% | 40.3% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 37.5% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 23% | 17.3% | -5.7% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 38.8% | 22.1% | -16.7% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 9.5% | 1.5% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 18% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 14.9% | 7.9% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 23.9% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.2% | 98% | 3.8% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 95.6% | 93.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 92% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 65.9% | 46.2% | 19.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barrs Avenue was 75.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.6% higher than the Ashley, Bashley & Fernhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barrs Avenue has the 25th highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Ashley, Bashley & Fernhill and the 144th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Barrs Avenue, New Milton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £911,510 | 2022-05-30 | £861,386 |
| 4 Barrs Avenue, New Milton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2015-11-25 | £743,716 |
| 8 Barrs Avenue, New Milton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2011-04-05 | £827,165 |
| 10 Barrs Avenue, New Milton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2010-04-15 | £792,394 |
| 10 Barrs Avenue, New Milton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2008-07-07 | £785,480 |
BH25 5HJ 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 BH25 5HJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Junior School Normans Way , Ashley Road BH25 5FN | 3out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Infant School Lower Ashley Road , Ashley BH25 5AA | 3out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Milton Junior School Old Milton Road , BH25 6DS | 3out of 4 | 1,558 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Milton Infant School Lymington Road , BH25 6PZ | 4out of 4 | 1,623 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tiptoe Primary School Wootton Road , Tiptoe SO41 6FU | 3out of 4 | 2,640 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Arnewood School Gore Road , BH25 6RS | 3out of 4 | 1,405 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballard School Fernhill Lane , BH25 5SU | - not rated | 417 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eaglewood School Culver Road , BH25 6SY | 3out of 4 | 1,612 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durlston Court School Becton Lane , Barton-on-Sea BH25 7AQ | - not rated | 2,374 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAFE MALLARD | UNIT 4 OSBORNE HOUSE, STATION ROAD | 613 yd | |
| NEW MILTON BOWLING CLUB | WHITEFIELD ROAD, NEW MILTON | 699 yd | |
| COSTA COFFEE | 22 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 750 yd | |
| THE GARDEN CAFE | 46 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 750 yd | |
| BAKE | 56 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WELLINGTON | 2-4 OSBORNE ROAD, NEW MILTON | 415 yd | |
| THE HOURGLASS | 8 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 623 yd | |
| SUPER BROTHERS ARMS COCKTAIL WINE AND TAPAS | 20 WHITEFIELD ROAD, NEW MILTON | 676 yd | |
| CENTRAL BAR | 50-52 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 744 yd | |
| NEW MILTON CONSERVATIVE CLUB LTD | 24 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J KITCHEN | 23 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 464 yd | |
| CHARCOAL GRILL | 41 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 585 yd | |
| COOKIES | 12 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 623 yd | |
| DOMINOS PIZZA | 30-32 STATION ROAD, NEW MILTON | 715 yd | |
| SUBWAY NEW MILTON | UNIT 10, MALLARD BUILDINGS | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MORRISONS | UNIT 2, MALLARD BUILDINGS | 739 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ballard School FERNHILL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 581 yd |
| New Milton Indoor Bowls Club THE BOWLING GREEN THE BOWLING GREEN WHITEFIELD ROAD | indoor bowls | 766 yd |
| Fernhill Cricket Club Fernhill Lane | grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Ashley Sports Ground ASHLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,001 yd |
| Ashley Junior School NORMANS WAY | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.