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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

BH257FH

Lavender Walk

BH257PY

Western Avenue

BH256QQ

Christchurch Road

BH257EG

Marine Drive

BH257HW

Seaward Avenue

BH257ST

Bramshaw Way

BH257BZ

Sunnyfield Road

BH257DD

Moorland Avenue

BH257EF

Marine Drive

BH257JH

Barton Drive

BH257QW

Barton Wood Road

BH257AJ

Royston Place

BH257BJ

Uplands Avenue

BH257ER

Mariners Reach

BH257HA

White Knights

BH257NY

Seacroft Avenue

BH257PX

Western Avenue

BH255PT

Angel Lane

BH257NN

Barton Wood Road

BH256PN

Haysoms Close

BH257AQ

Becton Lane

BH257HE

Albany Close

BH257LJ

Eldon Avenue

BH257PG

Knighton Park

BH257PW

Barton Lane

BH257AL

Becton Lane

BH257DA

Friars Walk

BH257DT

Marine Drive East

BH257LX

Wendover Close

BH257NU

Christchurch Bay Road

BH257PU

Naish Road

BH257AF

Becton Lane

BH257AN

Meadow Way

BH257AU

Green Lane

BH257NR

Woodlands Road

BH257BN

Highlands Road

BH257EX

Barton Court Avenue

BH257NW

Barton Wood Road

BH257PH

Barton Lane

BH257QF

Vectis Road

BH257RA

Field Place

BH257RE

Naish Estate

BH256PP

Oxey Close

BH256UG

Cedar Gardens

BH257DQ

Dilly Lane

BH257LQ

Three Acre Drive

BH257NH

Sea Road

BH257AR

Maple Close

BH257FB

Atkinson Close

BH256QT

Dunford Close

BH257DZ

Marine Drive

BH257LR

Wavendon Avenue

BH256PT

Lymington Road

BH257AG

Becton Lane

BH257BR

Farm Lane South

BH257JP

Heathy Close

BH257LW

Heathwood Avenue

BH257FN

Barton & Becton

Data Sources

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