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Barton on Sea

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About

Barton on Sea is a coastal area on the western edge of the New Forest, known for its significant cliff formations. The shoreline consists of unstable clay and sand cliffs, which are subject to frequent erosion and landslips, creating a constantly changing landscape. This geological activity is a primary feature, with exposed layers visible along the beachfront.

The area is largely residential, with a mix of housing and several small hotels overlooking the sea. A coastal path runs along the top of the cliffs, providing views across Christchurch Bay towards the Isle of Wight. The beach below is mainly shingle, accessible via slopes, and is noted for the abundance of fossils often revealed by the erosion.

Area overview

On average Barton on Sea has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 19 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Barton on Sea is £50,402 per year. There are 1 schools in Barton on Sea: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Barton on Sea is home to around 7,404 people, with a population density of about 1,066.2 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
19
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
1.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Barton on Sea Population
7,404
Population density
1,066.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
9.72(-69%)
Anti-social behaviour
2.57(-78%)
Criminal damage and arson
2.3(-64%)
Other theft
2.3(-59%)
Public order
1.62(-73%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,909
93.38%
Other White
219
2.96%
Other Asian
52
0.7%
Irish
42
0.57%
White and Asian (mixed)
37
0.5%
Total population: 7,399

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,120
30.96%
No qualifications
1,211
17.69%
Level 3 (A level)
1,015
14.82%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
891
13.01%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
693
10.12%
Total 16+ residents: 6,847

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,411
68.01%
Owns with a mortgage
697
19.66%
Private landlord or letting agency
314
8.86%
Other forms of private rent
53
1.5%
Other social rented
39
1.1%
Total households: 3,545

Property prices in Barton on Sea

Based on 123 recent sales, the median property price is £495,000 in Barton on Sea area, with individual transactions ranging from £187,500 up to £1,595,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Barton on Sea 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 Barton on Sea over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached83£570,000
Flats17£299,950
Semi-Detached14£372,500
Terraced9£320,000

10 years median price trend in Barton on Sea

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Barton on Sea.

All postcodes in Barton on Sea

BH257NL

Fairfield Road

BH257BL

Highlands Road

BH257JB

Southern Lane

BH257PE

Cleveland Close

BH257AH

Becton Lane

BH257BY

Woodlawn Close

BH257FL

Ocean Breeze

BH257JA

Southern Lane

BH257HQ

Barton Court Avenue

BH256QB

Christchurch Road

BH257RN

The Park

BH257ED

Marine Drive

BH257JZ

Chiltern Drive

BH257LL

Eldon Avenue

BH257PJ

Barton Lane

BH257DL

Becton Mead

BH257NJ

Fairfield Road

BH257TA

Penny Hedge

BH257QT

Christchurch Road

BH257JD

Southern Lane

BH257BE

The Willows

BH257JT

Southern Oaks

BH257TH

Boldre Close

BH257EE

Marine Drive

BH257FG

The Grove

BH257LS

Wavendon Avenue

BH257PA

Cliffe Road

BH257QG

Purbeck Road

BH257QX

Marine Drive East

BH257BW

Farm Lane South

BH257JW

Arnolds Close

BH257NG

Sea Road

BH257HG

Barton Court Avenue

BH257NF

Sandmartin Close

BH257QD

Glen Close

BH257DP

First Marine Avenue

BH257EP

Barton Court Avenue

BH257LU

Hengistbury Road

BH257NB

Sea Road

BH256FJ

Woodhouse Gardens

BH257EN

Edmunds Close

BH257ET

Barton Court Avenue

BH257HZ

Keysworth Avenue

BH257SR

Bartonside Road

BH255PR

Barton Common Road

BH256QA

Old Milton Green Parade

BH257BX

Mitchell Close

BH257DU

Marine Drive East

BH257JX

Chiltern Close

BH257PF

Sea Road

BH257BD

Silverdale

BH257FF

Atkinson Close

BH257JN

Barton Way

BH257JR

Seafield Road

BH257JU

Southlawns Walk

BH257PN

Barton Lane

BH257TE

Studley Court

BH256HH

Birch Grove

BH257AS

Newton Road

BH257DW

Grove Road

BH257JJ

Barton Drive

BH257TB

Penny Hedge

BH255PL

Seaway

BH257FD

Marine Drive East

BH257HD

Barton Court Avenue

BH257JY

Chiltern Drive

BH257LP

Wavendon Avenue

BH257NA

Sea Road

BH257NT

Christchurch Bay Road

BH257NX

Byron Road

BH257EU

Bracklesham Place

BH257QN

Marine Drive West

BH255PW

Milford Road

BH255PZ

Angel Lane

BH256UH

Inglegreen Close

BH257LE

Penn Close

BH257PL

Barton Lane

BH257JQ

Barton Drive

BH257AP

The Fairway

BH257QL

Marine Drive

BH257BH

Chestnut Avenue

BH257ES

Barton Court Avenue

BH257HS

Crescent Drive

BH257QH

Marine Drive West

BH257FE

Seddon Close

BH257QR

Glendales

BH257QB

Western Avenue

BH257LA

Chiltern Drive

BH257LN

Eldon Close

BH257LT

Hengistbury Road

BH255PN

Milford Road

BH257FJ

The Meadows

BH257NS

Woodlands Road

BH257PQ

Barton Lane

BH257PZ

Western Avenue

BH257RF

Hurst Close

BH257RG

Barton & Becton

BH257RX

Seaview Road

BH257EJ

Beach Avenue

BH257EQ

Marine Drive

Data Sources

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