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.
On average Downlands & Forest North has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 36 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).
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Cheater's Lane
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Downview Road
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Well House Close
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Court Hill
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Court Hill
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Tanners Lane
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Salisbury Road
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Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen
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Long Steeple Lane
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Elms Close
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Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen
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Forest Road
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High Street
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Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen
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Sillens Lane
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Downview Road
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Manor Farm Road
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Alderholt Road
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Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen
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Court Hill
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Old Brickyard Road
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Salisbury Road
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Marsh Lane
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Roger Penny Way
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Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen
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Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen
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Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen
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Fordingbridge, Rockbourne & Woodgreen