What's the average income in Downlands & Forest North?

Average resident income is about £48,200 per year.

How deprived is Downlands & Forest North?

Deprivation score 4/10 (rank 19347 of 32844 in country).

How much social housing is near Downlands & Forest North?

About 8.3% across the Downlands & Forest North area.

How safe is Downlands & Forest North?

Crime level in Downlands & Forest North is very low with about 34 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Downlands & Forest North?

Based on 28 recent sales, the median price is £632,500.

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Q: What schools in Downlands & Forest North and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Downlands & Forest North: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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About

Downlands & Forest North is a ward in the New Forest district, covering rural and semi-rural areas. The landscape features open farmland, woodland, and scattered settlements, with a mix of residential and agricultural land use. The ward includes parts of the New Forest National Park, known for its protected heathland and wildlife.

Local communities are small, with villages like Fritham and Nomansland offering a quiet, countryside lifestyle. The area is popular for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling, with access to forest trails and scenic routes. Infrastructure is limited, reflecting the rural character, with few commercial developments. The ward maintains a strong connection to the New Forest’s natural environment.

Area overview

On average Downlands & Forest North has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Downlands & Forest North is £48,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Downlands & Forest North: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

8.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Downlands & Forest North

Based on 28 recent sales, the median property price is £632,500 in Downlands & Forest North area, with individual transactions ranging from £194,000 up to £1,050,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	24	£657,500	£381,643	£571,250	£827,250	£929,550
Semi-Detached	2	£494,000	£362,600	£421,000	£567,000	£625,400
Terraced	2	£369,500	£211,550	£281,750	£457,250	£527,450

10 years price trend in Downlands & Forest North

All postcodes in Downlands & Forest North

SP62NW

Forest Road

SP63EZ

High Street

SP63JL

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP63LB

Sillens Lane

SP63LP

Downview Road

SP63PS

Long Steeple Lane

SP61DX

Manor Farm Road

SP61PR

Alderholt Road

SP62DB

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP61FR

Court Hill

SP61TE

Old Brickyard Road

SP62DL

Salisbury Road

SP62EF

Marsh Lane

SP62QY

Roger Penny Way

SP63LQ

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP63NR

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP63PB

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP63QE

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP61PL

Alderholt Road

SP62AJ

Dodgson Close

SP62DH

Salisbury Road

SP63HD

Court Hill

SP63HS

Cornpits Lane

SP63JS

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP63JW

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP63LR

Townsend Lane

SP63LS

Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen

SP63NL

New Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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