Priestlands Lane is in Pennington, Lymington and in New Forest district. SO41 8HZ is located in the Pennington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of New Forest West. This postcode has been in use since 1986-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Priestlands Lane, Pennington, Lymington, SO41 8HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO41 9HY, SO41 9JA, SO41 9HZ, SO41 9GD, SO41 9HT, SO41 8JE, SO41 9HU, SO41 9GE, SO41 8HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO41 8HZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 54.9% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 47.8% | 45.1% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.4% | 32.8% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 40.4% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10% | 14% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 8.9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.2% | 39.1% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 38.7% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 16.1% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.8% | 19.4% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 11.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 15.9% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.8% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 20.7% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 22.4% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 6% | 2.6% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.2% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 92.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 92.5% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 7% | 1.5% | -5.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 92.8% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 6.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priestlands Lane was 52.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.2% lower than the Lymington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Priestlands Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Lymington and the 210th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rooks Chatter Priestlands Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2022-06-24 | £611,223 |
| Blenheim Priestlands Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2017-08-15 | £645,188 |
| Beauwood Priestlands Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2016-02-16 | £940,234 |
| The Cottage Priestlands Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £495,500 | 2015-08-07 | £664,957 |
| Blenheim Priestlands Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £433,500 | 2006-10-27 | £742,459 |
SO41 8HZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in SO41 8HZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennington Infant School Priestlands Road , Pennington SO41 8HX | 3out of 4 | 223 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennington Church of England Junior School Priestlands Road , Pennington SO41 8HX | 2out of 4 | 223 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lymington Junior School Avenue Road , SO41 9GP | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lymington Church of England Infant School Avenue Road , SO41 9GP | 4out of 4 | 901 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School 83a Ramley Road , Pennington SO41 8GY | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priestlands School North Street , Pennington SO41 8FZ | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walhampton School , SO41 5ZG | - not rated | 2,437 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Vicars Hill , Boldre SO41 5QB | - not rated | 2,566 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill House School Rope Hill , Boldre SO41 8NE | - not rated | 3,185 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREEDOM LEISURE LYMINGTON | NORTH STREET, PENNINGTON | 407 yd | |
| BRIDGES OF LYMINGTON | 25 ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON | 571 yd | |
| RIVAAZ | 7 ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON | 589 yd | |
| THE HIDDEN YARD | 11 ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON | 589 yd | |
| VISTAS CAFE | ST THOMAS CHURCH, ST THOMAS STREET | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE MUSKETEER | 26 NORTH STREET, PENNINGTON | 407 yd | |
| THE TOWNHOUSE | STANFORD ROAD, LYMINGTON | 420 yd | |
| THE SAIL INN | QUEEN STREET, LYMINGTON | 493 yd | |
| KINGS ARMS | ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON | 539 yd | |
| THE WHITE HART | 17 MILFORD ROAD, LYMINGTON | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BALKAN GRILL & PIZZA | 6 QUEEN STREET, LYMINGTON | 473 yd | |
| LYMINGTON KEBAB AND PIZZA | 5 QUEEN STREET, LYMINGTON | 477 yd | |
| PENNINGTON FISH & CHIPS | THE SQUARE, PENNINGTON | 526 yd | |
| DOMINO'S PIZZA | 15 ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON | 539 yd | |
| HAPPY TIMES | 58 SOUTH STREET, PENNINGTON | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAITROSE | STANFORD ROAD, LYMINGTON | 420 yd | |
| MARKS & SPENCER | 4-5 ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON | 589 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lymington Health & Leisure NORTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 278 yd |
| Priestlands School NORTH STREET | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Pennington Junior School PRIESTLANDS ROAD | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Town Ground Avenue Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 718 yd |
| Pennington Recreation Ground Lodge Road | grass pitches | 731 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 67.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.