SO43 7DH is a sought-after residential area on Gosport Lane, 0.5km from Clayhill in Lyndhurst. Administratively it sits within Lyndhurst ward and the New Forest East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO43, SO43 7DH offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £595k, down 12.9% 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 7DH are sourced from Output Area E00117102 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOSPORT LANE, SO43 7DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOSPORT LANE, SO43 7DH.
271
43
£ 54,200 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO43 7DH 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. SO43 7DH's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £595k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £595k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 12.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO43 7DH. The average age is 43.5. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 595,000
8 sales · Mean £ 633,437
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO43 7DH has low crime rates — 26 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
5 nearby- FOX AND HOUNDS0.7 km
- THE MAILMANS ARMS0.7 km
- THE STAG AT LYNDHURST0.7 km
- THE CROWN STIRRUP0.5 km
- THE WHITE RABBIT1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- CHIANG MAI THAI RESTAURANT0.7 km
- DOLCE VITA0.8 km
- INDIAN FUSION0.7 km
- LCP CATERING LIMITED TRADING AS CAFE PARISIEN0.7 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 HOUSE1.0 km
- ANGELS FARM HOUSE0.8 km
- AVALON HOUSE B&B1.0 km
- CLAYHILL HOUSE0.5 km
- PENNY FARTHING HOTEL0.8 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- BOLTONS BENCH SWEET SHOP0.7 km
- FOREST EDGE ROASTING CO0.8 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 Forest4.3 km
- Beaulieu Road5.1 km
- Brockenhurst5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Goose Green0.1 km
- Foxlease0.2 km
- Foxlease0.3 km
- The Crown Stirrup0.5 km
- The Crown Stirrup0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SO437DH · Data under Open Government Licence