SO43 7AB is a sought-after residential area on Wellands Road, 0.3km from Custards in Lyndhurst. Administratively it sits within Lyndhurst ward and the New Forest East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO43, SO43 7AB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 54 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 70% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £450k, down 14.3% 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 SO43 7AB are sourced from Output Area E00117109 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WELLANDS ROAD, SO43 7AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLANDS ROAD, SO43 7AB.
211
54
£ 54,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO43 7AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO43 7AB's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £450k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £450k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 14.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO43 7AB. The average age is 53.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 397,500
10 sales · Mean £ 409,050
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO43 7AB has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Michael and All Angels CofE Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- FOX AND HOUNDS0.1 km
- THE MAILMANS ARMS0.1 km
- THE STAG AT LYNDHURST0.1 km
- NEW FOREST GOLF CLUB0.8 km
- WATERLOO ARMS0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- CHIANG MAI THAI RESTAURANT0.1 km
- DOLCE VITA0.1 km
- INDIAN FUSION0.2 km
- LCP CATERING LIMITED TRADING AS CAFE PARISIEN0.2 km
- MAD HATTER TEA ROOMS0.2 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.1 km
- TESCO0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- NEW FOREST FINEST0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- LITTLE HAYES GUEST HOUSE0.3 km
- AVALON HOUSE B&B0.3 km
- FOREST LODGE HOTEL0.4 km
- ORMONDE HOUSE HOTEL0.5 km
- PENNY FARTHING HOTEL0.1 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- BOLTONS BENCH SWEET SHOP0.2 km
- FOREST EDGE ROASTING CO0.2 km
- FOREST GLADE ICE CREAM LIMITED0.1 km
- HAMPSHIRE FOODS LIMITED0.1 km
- LYNDHURST SWEET SHOP0.1 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ashurst New Forest3.9 km
- Beaulieu Road5.3 km
- Brockenhurst6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Wellands Road0.1 km
- Penny Farthing Hotel0.1 km
- Library Car Park0.2 km
- The Crown Hotel0.2 km
- Fire Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO437AB · Data under Open Government Licence