Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

BROOKLEY ROAD, SO42 7RA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOKLEY ROAD, SO42 7RA.

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

SO42 7RA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 54% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SO42 7RA is a sought-after residential area on Brookley Road, 0.2km from Brockenhurst 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 7RA offers 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. Property: Prices average £703k. 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 7RA 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 7RA. 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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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 420,000

3 sales · Mean £ 602,500

Terraced

£ 325,000

3 sales · Mean £ 347,666

Flat

£ 225,000

1 sales · Mean £ 225,000

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

SO42 7RA 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
Burglary6
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Brockenhurst Church of England Primary School & Pre-School

Good226 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.1 km
  • PREMIER CONVENIENCE STORE0.4 km
  • THE BAKEHOUSE0.1 km
  • THE FOOD RESCUE KITCHEN0.5 km
  • VILLAGE BUTCHERS0.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • CAREYS MANOR HOTEL & SENSPA0.5 km
  • COTTAGE LODGE HOTEL0.2 km
  • FOREST PARK COUNTRY HOTEL0.7 km
  • THATCHED COTTAGE HOTEL0.3 km
  • THE CLOUD HOTEL0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • BROCKENHURST FOOTBALL CLUB0.3 km
  • COMMONERS WINE BAR0.0 km
  • FORESTERS ARMS0.3 km
  • THE HUNTSMAN OF BROCKENHURST0.5 km
  • THE SNAKECATCHER PUB0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • ALBERO0.4 km
  • BRITANNIA THAI0.4 km
  • DYNASTY INDIAN CUISINE0.1 km
  • ENZEE'S0.4 km
  • HARD BROCK CAFE0.6 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • A AND R BEARDSMORE LTD TA RAINBOW FISH BAR0.3 km
  • NEW CHINA CHEF0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brockenhurst0.4 km
  • Sway4.5 km
  • Beaulieu Road6.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Gates Garage0.2 km
  • Gates Garage0.2 km
  • The Foresters Arms0.4 km
  • Brockenhurst Primary School0.4 km
  • Brockenhurst Primary School0.4 km