SO42 7QE is a sought-after residential area on Rhinefield Road, 1.1km from South Weirs 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 7QE offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £891k, up 11.4% 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 7QE are sourced from Output Area E00116853 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RHINEFIELD ROAD, SO42 7QE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RHINEFIELD ROAD, SO42 7QE.
336
53
£ 56,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO42 7QE 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO42 7QE's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £891k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 11.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO42 7QE. The average age is 52.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 891,875
6 sales · Mean £ 1,179,583
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SO42 7QE has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. 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
1 nearby- BLACK KNOWL0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- FOREST PARK COUNTRY HOTEL0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockenhurst1.5 km
- Sway4.5 km
- Beaulieu Road7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Moorlands Close0.2 km
- New Forest Drive0.3 km
- Forest Park Hotel0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SO427QE · Data under Open Government Licence