Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

SO42 7PU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO42 7PU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

294

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 56,100 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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2/10
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2/10
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1/10
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5/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SO42 7PU spans multiple life stages — average age 54, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SO42 7PU is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Brockenhurst in Brockenhurst. Administratively it sits within Brockenhurst and Forest South East ward and the New Forest East constituency.

For serious buyers, SO42 7PU is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 7PU are sourced from Output Area E00116856 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO42 7PU. 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

White / British92.6%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SO42 7PU has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Shoplifting15
Public order6
Burglary5
Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

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Brockenhurst Church of England Primary School & Pre-School

Good226 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.4 km
  • PREMIER CONVENIENCE STORE0.1 km
  • THE BAKEHOUSE0.4 km
  • THE FOOD RESCUE KITCHEN0.5 km
  • VILLAGE BUTCHERS0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • CAREYS MANOR HOTEL & SENSPA0.3 km
  • COTTAGE LODGE HOTEL0.3 km
  • THATCHED COTTAGE HOTEL0.1 km
  • THE CLOUD HOTEL0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • BROCKENHURST FOOTBALL CLUB0.4 km
  • COMMONERS WINE BAR0.4 km
  • FORESTERS ARMS0.1 km
  • THE HUNTSMAN OF BROCKENHURST0.3 km
  • THE SNAKECATCHER PUB0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • ALBERO0.1 km
  • BRITANNIA THAI0.1 km
  • DYNASTY INDIAN CUISINE0.4 km
  • ENZEE'S0.2 km
  • HARD BROCK CAFE0.4 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • A AND R BEARDSMORE LTD TA RAINBOW FISH BAR0.1 km
  • NEW CHINA CHEF0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brockenhurst0.2 km
  • Sway4.6 km
  • Beaulieu Road6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • The Foresters Arms0.1 km
  • The Foresters Arms0.1 km
  • Brockenhurst Rail Station0.1 km
  • Brockenhurst Rail Station0.1 km
  • Brockenhurst Station0.1 km