SO43 7BZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Pikes Hill in Lyndhurst. Administratively it sits within Lyndhurst ward and the New Forest East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SO43 7BZ is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a healthcare and public administration zone — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. Residents average 54 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SO43 7BZ are sourced from Output Area E00117107 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO43 7BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO43 7BZ.
142
54
£ 54,200 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SO43 7BZ has a significant social housing presence — 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO43 7BZ. The average age is 54.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SO43 7BZ has low crime rates — 23 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
St Michael and All Angels CofE Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- FOX AND HOUNDS0.7 km
- THE MAILMANS ARMS0.7 km
- THE STAG AT LYNDHURST0.7 km
- WATERLOO ARMS0.3 km
- THE SWAN INN0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- CHIANG MAI THAI RESTAURANT0.7 km
- DOLCE VITA0.6 km
- INDIAN FUSION0.8 km
- LCP CATERING LIMITED TRADING AS CAFE PARISIEN0.8 km
- MAD HATTER TEA ROOMS0.7 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.7 km
- TESCO0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- NEW FOREST FINEST0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- LITTLE HAYES GUEST HOUSE0.4 km
- AVALON HOUSE B&B0.4 km
- FOREST LODGE HOTEL0.3 km
- ORMONDE HOUSE HOTEL0.9 km
- PENNY FARTHING HOTEL0.6 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- BOLTONS BENCH SWEET SHOP0.8 km
- FOREST EDGE ROASTING CO0.7 km
- FOREST GLADE ICE CREAM LIMITED0.7 km
- HAMPSHIRE FOODS LIMITED0.7 km
- LYNDHURST SWEET SHOP0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ashurst New Forest3.9 km
- Beaulieu Road5.8 km
- Brockenhurst6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Broughton Road0.1 km
- Broughton Road0.1 km
- Pikes Hill0.2 km
- Pikes Hill0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO437BZ · Data under Open Government Licence