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Barton on Sea

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About

Barton on Sea is a coastal village located in the New Forest, Hampshire. It sits on a cliff top overlooking the Solent, with views of the Isle of Wight. The area is known for its coastal erosion, which has shaped the landscape over time. The cliffs provide a habitat for wildlife, including seabirds and rare plants.

The village has a mix of residential properties and holiday homes, with a small selection of local amenities. Nearby, the promenade offers a walking route with benches to enjoy the sea views. The shingle beach below is popular for fishing and fossil hunting. Barton on Sea is a quiet spot, ideal for those seeking a relaxed coastal setting.

Area overview

On average Barton on Sea has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 24 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 of residents in Barton on Sea is £46,500 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).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
24
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
1.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

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

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

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 135 recent sales, the median property price is £499,950 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
Detached89£600,000
Flats23£300,000
Semi-Detached14£372,500
Terraced9£350,000

10 years median price trend in Barton on Sea

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.