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Ashurst & Cadnam

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About

Ashurst and Cadnam are neighbouring villages situated in the northern part of the New Forest National Park. The area serves as a key gateway, with major roads converging near Cadnam roundabout, connecting the forest to Southampton and the wider region. Ashurst has a railway station on the London line, providing direct access. The landscape here is characterised by enclosed woodland and heath, distinct from the open southern plains.

The villages offer practical amenities for both residents and visitors. A notable local landmark is the Sir Walter Tyrrell pub in Ashurst, named for the figure associated with the death of William Rufus. The surrounding woods, like Ashurst Wood, are crisscrossed with walking and cycling paths leading into the wider forest. The area maintains a quiet, settled atmosphere despite its role as a transport junction.

Area overview

On average Ashurst & Cadnam has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ashurst & Cadnam is £67,716 per year. There are 3 schools in Ashurst & Cadnam: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Ashurst & Cadnam is home to around 5,645 people, with a population density of about 262.7 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
3.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ashurst & Cadnam Population
5,645
Population density
262.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.12(-5%)
Public order
7.44(+22%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.38(-1%)
Burglary
5.67(+117%)
Other theft
3.19(-43%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,324
94.35%
Other White
104
1.84%
White and Asian (mixed)
39
0.69%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
22
0.39%
Other
20
0.35%
Total population: 5,643

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,677
34.21%
Level 3 (A level)
810
16.52%
No qualifications
780
15.91%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
639
13.04%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
471
9.61%
Total 16+ residents: 4,902

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,269
55.68%
Owns with a mortgage
726
31.86%
Private landlord or letting agency
151
6.63%
Other social rented
44
1.93%
Social rents from council
44
1.93%
Total households: 2,279

Property prices in Ashurst & Cadnam

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £562,500 in Ashurst & Cadnam area, with individual transactions ranging from £230,000 up to £1,660,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ashurst & Cadnam in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Ashurst & Cadnam over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached46£582,500
Flats1£272,000
Semi-Detached14£460,000
Terraced1£230,000

10 years median price trend in Ashurst & Cadnam

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ashurst & Cadnam.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.