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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
1/10
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
9.18(-71%)
Anti-social behaviour
2.3(-81%)
Criminal damage and arson
2.03(-69%)
Other theft
1.62(-71%)
Public order
1.22(-80%)
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 129 recent sales, the median property price is £495,000 in Barton on Sea area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £1,700,000.

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
Semi-Detached13£425,000
Terraced7£320,000
Detached89£570,000
Flats20£272,500

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

BH257QX

Marine Drive East

BH257RF

Hurst Close

BH257PH

Barton Lane

BH257FD

Marine Drive East

BH257DP

First Marine Avenue

BH257BW

Farm Lane South

BH257EJ

Beach Avenue

BH257PR

Barton Lane

BH255PW

Milford Road

BH257EG

Marine Drive

BH257RD

Bartonside Road

BH257DW

Grove Road

BH257JD

Southern Lane

BH257JH

Barton Drive

BH257HE

Albany Close

BH257LD

Chiltern Drive

BH257TB

Penny Hedge

BH257AS

Newton Road

BH257LR

Wavendon Avenue

BH257AY

Ashmore Avenue

BH256PP

Oxey Close

BH257NJ

Fairfield Road

BH257QN

Marine Drive West

BH257FL

Ocean Breeze

BH257AL

Becton Lane

BH257NT

Christchurch Bay Road

BH257QR

Glendales

BH257HY

Keysworth Avenue

BH257RU

Cul-De-Sac

BH257FF

Atkinson Close

BH257LZ

Barton Green

BH255PN

Milford Road

BH257QW

Barton Wood Road

BH257HZ

Keysworth Avenue

BH255PP

Milford Road

BH257PD

Powers Court Road

BH257HP

Seaward Avenue

BH257LE

Penn Close

BH257FJ

The Meadows

BH257DE

Silverdale

BH256QF

Christchurch Road

BH257NS

Woodlands Road

BH257RX

Seaview Road

BH257NF

Sandmartin Close

BH257LU

Hengistbury Road

BH257JX

Chiltern Close

BH257AW

Solent Drive

BH257QS

Park Close

BH257EZ

The Close

BH257AQ

Becton Lane

BH257DD

Moorland Avenue

BH257LH

Parkland Drive

BH257AN

Meadow Way

BH257PS

Carlton Avenue

BH257EQ

Marine Drive

BH256PR

Lymington Road

BH257QJ

Marine Drive West

BH257RA

Field Place

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.