About Portmore

Portmore is a small village located in Hampshire, England, within the SO41 postcode area. It is situated near the coastline, providing easy access to the Solent and nearby beaches. The village features a mix of residential properties and green spaces, making it a pleasant area for both residents and visitors. Local amenities include a few shops and eateries, catering to everyday needs. Portmore is also conveniently placed for exploring the surrounding areas, including the New Forest National Park, which is just a short drive away. The village offers a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for those looking to enjoy a quieter pace of life while still being close to larger towns and attractions.

School Ratings in Portmore

Families in Portmore have access to 20 local schools. St Luke's Church of England Primary School and Lymington Church of England Infant School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Portmore

Homes sell for an average of £612K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £804K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Portmore

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Portmore, with 18 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Portmore

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Portmore among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Portmore

Portmore benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,697 sales

Average Price £612K
£250 — £22.38M
Detached £804K 2,463
Semi £465K 1,048
Terraced £438K 859
Flat £294K 1,021

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
1 Secondary
6 Other
Southlands School 0.6 miles Walhampton School 0.6 miles William Gilpin Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles South Baddesley Church of England Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 1.3 miles Hill House School Outstanding 1.3 miles Lymington Junior School Primary Good 1.4 miles Lymington Church of England Infant School Primary Outstanding 1.4 miles All Seasons and Seedlings Children's Centre 2 miles Pennington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Priestlands School Secondary Good 2.1 miles Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School - the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Primary Outstanding 2.3 miles Seedlings Children's Centre 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Portmore IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Portmore experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
4,960 Children (0-15) 13%
19,482 Working Age 52%
16,740 Older (60+) 44%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Portmore 78 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Portmore are lower than the England and Wales average. While shoplifting is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

18 Shoplifting
18 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Other Theft
5 Burglary
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Vehicle Crime
4 Other Crime
3 Public Order
2 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Lymington Town Train Station 1.2 miles
Sway Train Station 3.6 miles
Beaulieu Road Train Station 5.5 miles
New Milton Train Station 5.9 miles
Ashurst New Forest Train Station 7.2 miles
Hinton Admiral Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bull Hill 0.6 miles Pilley 0.6 miles Pilley Bailey 0.6 miles Boldre 0.9 miles Lower Buckland 0.9 miles St Austins 1.2 miles Norleywood 1.2 miles Walhampton 1.2 miles Battramsley Cross 1.4 miles Buckland 1.4 miles South Baddesley 1.4 miles Lymington 1.4 miles

Local Government

District New Forest
County Hampshire
Ward Hordle
Constituency New Forest West
Parish Hordle
Region South East

Streets in SO41 30 shown View all streets

A337 1 Abbots Brook 1 Acacia Road 1 Adlams Lane 1 Agars Lane 2 Agarton Lane 1 Alexandra Mews 1 Alexandra Road 2 All Saints Road 3 Almansa Way 1 Ambleside Road 2 Ambrose Corner 2 Ampress Lane 3 Anchor Mews 1 Anchorage Way 3 Anderwood Drive 1 Archgate 1 Arnewood Bridge Road 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashley Lane 4 Aubrey Close 1 Avenue Road 10 Avon Close 2 Back Lane 1 Badgers Close 1 Bankhill Drive 1 Bankside 2 Bankview 2 Barfield Court 1 Barfields 2

Postcodes in SO41 50 shown View all postcodes

SO41 0AA SO41 0AB SO41 0AD SO41 0AE SO41 0AF SO41 0AG SO41 0AH SO41 0AJ SO41 0AL SO41 0AN SO41 0AP SO41 0AQ SO41 0AR SO41 0AS SO41 0AW SO41 0AX SO41 0AZ SO41 0BA SO41 0BF SO41 0BG SO41 0BQ SO41 0DA SO41 0DB SO41 0DD SO41 0DE SO41 0EA SO41 0EB SO41 0ED SO41 0EH SO41 0EP SO41 0EQ SO41 0EW SO41 0EX SO41 0EY SO41 0FB SO41 0FD SO41 0FE SO41 0FF SO41 0FG SO41 0FH SO41 0FJ SO41 0FL SO41 0FN SO41 0FP SO41 0FQ SO41 0FR SO41 0FS SO41 0FT SO41 0FY SO41 0FZ