Hale Road is in Woodgreen, Fordingbridge and in New Forest district. SP6 2AJ is located in the Downlands & Forest North 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 Hale Road, Woodgreen, Fordingbridge, SP6 2AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP6 2AQ, SP6 2AH, SP6 2AS, SP6 2BJ, SP6 2AL, SP6 2AR, SP6 2BQ, SP6 2BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SP6 2AJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 48.3% | -7.0% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 44.7% | 51.7% | 7.0% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 SP6 2AJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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 | 22.4% | 21.1% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 53.6% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 13.3% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 41.2% | 37.1% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 37.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 18.9% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 6.3% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 18% | 15.1% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 8.4% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.4% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 11.4% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 6.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.3% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 31.9% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 3.3% | 5.4% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.3% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.5% | 97.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97.2% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 55.1% | 46.2% | 8.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hale Road was 27.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.6% lower than the Cranborne & Alderholt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hale Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Cranborne & Alderholt and the 486th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Cottage Hale Road, Fordingbridge, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2011-07-01 | £926,430 |
| Barns Farm Hale Road, Fordingbridge, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £835,000 | 2005-08-11 | £1,516,399 |
SP6 2AJ 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 SP6 2AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breamore Church of England Primary School Salisbury Road , Breamore SP6 2EF | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hale Primary School Hatchett Green , Hale SP6 2NE | 3out of 4 | 2,925 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordingbridge Junior School Pennys Lane , SP6 1HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordingbridge Infant School Pennys Lane , SP6 1HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downton CofE VA Primary School Gravel Close , Downton SP5 3LZ | 4out of 4 | 4,133 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Burgate School and Sixth Form Salisbury Road , SP6 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 3,454 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Trafalgar School at Downton Breamore Road , Downton SP5 3HN | 3out of 4 | 3,758 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forres Sandle Manor School Sandle Manor , SP6 1NS | - not rated | 4,887 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE HORSE AND GROOM | WOODGREEN COMMON ROAD, WOODGREEN | 171 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodgreen Cricket Club WOODGREEN CRICKET GROUND WOODGREEN CRICKET GROUND BROOK LANE | grass pitches | 607 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.