SO42 7AA is a sought-after residential area on Silverstone Mews, 0.4km from Brockenhurst in Brockenhurst. Administratively it sits within Brockenhurst and Forest South East ward and the New Forest East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO42, SO42 7AA offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An established, mature community with an average age of 55 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £542k, down 2.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SO42 7AA are sourced from Output Area E00116854 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SILVERSTONE MEWS, SO42 7AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SILVERSTONE MEWS, SO42 7AA.
232
55
£ 56,100 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO42 7AA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SO42 7AA is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 92% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £542k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 2.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO42 7AA. The average age is 55.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 541,250
4 sales · Mean £ 541,875
Detached
£ 585,000
1 sales · Mean £ 585,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO42 7AA has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Brockenhurst Church of England Primary School & Pre-School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.5 km
- PREMIER CONVENIENCE STORE0.3 km
- THE BAKEHOUSE0.5 km
- THE FOOD RESCUE KITCHEN0.8 km
- VILLAGE BUTCHERS0.5 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- BALMER LAWN HOTEL0.8 km
- CAREYS MANOR HOTEL & SENSPA0.0 km
- COTTAGE LODGE HOTEL0.4 km
- THATCHED COTTAGE HOTEL0.3 km
- THE CLOUD HOTEL0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- BROCKENHURST FOOTBALL CLUB0.3 km
- COMMONERS WINE BAR0.5 km
- FORESTERS ARMS0.3 km
- THE HUNTSMAN OF BROCKENHURST0.0 km
- THE SNAKECATCHER PUB0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- ALBERO0.3 km
- BRITANNIA THAI0.3 km
- DYNASTY INDIAN CUISINE0.5 km
- ENZEE'S0.5 km
- HARD BROCK CAFE0.1 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- A AND R BEARDSMORE LTD TA RAINBOW FISH BAR0.3 km
- NEW CHINA CHEF0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockenhurst0.5 km
- Sway4.9 km
- Beaulieu Road5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Brockenhurst College0.1 km
- Brockenhurst College0.2 km
- Brockenhurst College0.2 km
- The Foresters Arms0.3 km
- The Foresters Arms0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO427AA · Data under Open Government Licence