Ampress Lane is in Lymington and in New Forest district. SO41 8LZ is located in the Lymington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of New Forest West. This postcode has been in use since 2006-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ampress Lane, Lymington, SO41 8LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO41 8LW, SO41 8JX, SO41 8YH, SO41 8JW, SO41 8YG, SO41 8YF, SO41 8JU, SO41 8YD, SO41 9FJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO41 8LZ is primarily male, with 56.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 43.5% | -10.6% | 51.0% | -7.5% |
| Male | 45.9% | 56.5% | 10.6% | 49.0% | 7.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SO41 8LZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27% | 18.1% | -8.9% | 37.9% | -19.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 60.6% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 10.6% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.5% | 53.9% | 12.4% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 35.7% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 8.7% | -7.6% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 0% | -6.7% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
In the area around SO41 8LZ this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.8% | 8.8% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 7.7% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 9.9% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 5.5% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 17.6% | 1.1% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.1% | 47.3% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.3% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 100% | 96.5% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 89.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.3% | 89.6% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 4.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 89.6% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.7% | 8.7% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.9% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ampress Lane was 325.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 353.6% higher than the Lymington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ampress Lane has the highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Lymington and the 13th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 20 Lymington Enterprise Centre Ampress Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-08-20 | £247,323 |
| Unit 9 Lymington Enterprise Centre Ampress Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2015-06-30 | £196,918 |
| Unit 4 Lymington Enterprise Centre Ampress Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2015-04-08 | £150,857 |
| Unit 13 Lymington Enterprise Centre Ampress Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2014-03-12 | £163,059 |
| Unit 19 Lymington Enterprise Centre Unit 650 Ampress Lane, Lymington, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £210,912 | 2007-03-02 | £280,811 |
SO41 8LZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SO41 8LZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 8LZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 36 |
| Full-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lymington Junior School Avenue Road , SO41 9GP | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lymington Church of England Infant School Avenue Road , SO41 9GP | 4out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Gilpin Church of England Primary School Pilley Hill , Boldre SO41 5QG | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennington Infant School Priestlands Road , Pennington SO41 8HX | 3out of 4 | 2,127 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennington Church of England Junior School Priestlands Road , Pennington SO41 8HX | 2out of 4 | 2,127 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,236 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southlands School Vicars Hill , Boldre SO41 5QB | - not rated | 749 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walhampton School , SO41 5ZG | - not rated | 1,299 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill House School Rope Hill , Boldre SO41 8NE | - not rated | 1,455 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAFE 3 | UNIT 3, LYMINGTON ENTERPRISE CENTRE | 8 yd | |
| LEAGUE OF FRIENDS COFFEE SHOP | LYMINGTON NEW FOREST HOSPITAL, WELLWORTHY ROAD | 162 yd | |
| MONKEY BREWHOUSE | 167 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, LYMINGTON | 663 yd | |
| MABEL'S CAFE | SHALLOWMEAD NURSERIES, BOLDRE LANE | 689 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southlands School VICARS HILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 692 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.