New Milton
Built-up area in New Forest, Hampshire, England
| Coordinates: | 50.756, -1.662 |
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| OS grid ref: | SZ 23 95 |
| Population: | 23,753 |
| Dialling code: | 01590 (Lymington) |
New Milton sits on the western edge of the New Forest in Hampshire, close to the Dorset border and a short drive from the coast at Barton-on-Sea. The town benefits from easy access to heathland, woodland and coastal cliffs, making it a gateway for walking, cycling and birdwatching; the nearby Solent and beaches add a maritime dimension to what is otherwise a pleasantly green, semi-rural setting.
Originally a small agricultural settlement that expanded after the arrival of the railway in the 19th century, New Milton now feels like a characterful market town with a lively high street of independents, cafés and local services. It functions as a commuter hub for Bournemouth and Southampton, while also supporting tourism, light industry and an active community life that attracts families and retirees alike.
Postcode districts covering New Milton
Most populated places nearby
- Southampton 16.2 miles
- Bournemouth 8.6 miles
- Poole 13.4 miles
- Gosport 22.6 miles
- Fareham 21.8 miles
- Eastleigh 20.9 miles
- Eastleigh Town 19.3 miles
- Salisbury 22.9 miles
- Christchurch 3.8 miles
- Totton 13.2 miles
- Totton and Eling 13.3 miles
- Ryde 22 miles
Neighbouring places
- Milton Ward 0.4 miles
- Ballard Ward 0.4 miles
- Ashley, Bashley & Fernhill Ward 0.9 miles
- Barton & Becton Ward 1 mile
- Barton on Sea Built-up area 1 mile
- Ashley Built-up area 1.2 miles
- Bashley Built-up area 1.2 miles
- Tiptoe Built-up area 2 miles
- Highcliffe & Walkford Ward 2.1 miles
- Hordle Built-up area 2.2 miles
- Highcliffe and Walkford Parish 2.4 miles
- Milford & Hordle Ward 2.7 miles
Example postcodes in New Milton
BH25 6EN, BH25 5GN, BH25 6RX, BH25 6RS, BH25 6RA, BH25 6RE, BH25 9FX, BH25 6DF, BH25 6BZ … See all
Transport links
- Bournemouth Airport 8.1 miles
- Southampton Airport 18.9 miles
- New Milton Railway Station 0.2 miles
- Hinton Admiral Station 2.3 miles
- Ringwood Bus Station 8.5 miles
Hotels near New Milton Ad
- Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - An Iconic Luxury Hotel 5 1.1 miles
- South Lawn Hotel 4 3.5 miles
- The Bear of Burton 4.3 miles
- The Kings Arms 4 5.2 miles
- Monkey Brewhouse 4.9 miles
- Cottage Lodge Hotel 5.7 miles
- The Manor at Sway 4 3.1 miles
- Thatched Cottage Hotel 5.8 miles
- Captains Club Hotel 4 5.4 miles
- The Retreat New Forest 3 1.8 miles
Schools in New Milton
- Ballard School Independent - all ages
- New Milton Infant School Primary
- New Milton Junior School Primary
- The Arnewood School Secondary
Local points of interest
- Hinton House Estate 1 mile
- Hinton Admiral Estate 1.7 miles
- Avon Beach Beach 3.6 miles
- Christchurch Harbour Harbour 4.6 miles
- Lymington Yacht Haven Harbour 5.8 miles
- Dean Court Stadium 7.8 miles
- Bournemouth Aviation Museum Museum 8 miles
- New Forest Forest 8.4 miles
- Bournemouth International Centre Theatre 9.8 miles
- Castle Malwood Estate 10.2 miles
- Exbury House Estate 11.9 miles
- Holy Cross Abbey (Stapehill, Dorset, England) Historic site 11.9 miles