Gosport Street is in Lymington and in New Forest district. SO41 9BE is located in the Lymington 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 Gosport Street, Lymington, SO41 9BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO41 9BB, SO41 9BT, SO41 3BA, SO41 9BD, SO41 9AY, SO41 9AU, SO41 9NQ, SO41 9DD, SO41 9BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO41 9BE has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.3% of the population 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 | 54.5% | 58.3% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 7.3% |
| Male | 45.5% | 41.7% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -7.3% |
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 | 32.1% | 27.3% | -4.8% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 32.3% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 17.6% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 19.1% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 13.0% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.6% | 34.8% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 30.7% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 15% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 18.9% | 15.1% | 4.0% | 14.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 21.6% | 7.9% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 6.6% | -7.5% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 10% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 12.2% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 36.4% | -1.0% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 6.9% | 8.5% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 5.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 84.9% 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 | 86.4% | 84.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 8.7% | 7.4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.7% | 84.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 10.3% | 7.5% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.4% | 1.5% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.6% | 37.2% | -10.6% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 23.7% | 6.0% | 17.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gosport Street was 221.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 165.7% higher than the Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gosport Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge and the 19th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 192.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Gosport Street, Lymington, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2025-03-10 | £445,000 |
| Jewson Ltd Gosport Street, Lymington, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £1,652,000 | 2024-02-29 | £1,639,579 |
| 38 Gosport Street, Lymington, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £930,000 | 2023-03-01 | £913,684 |
| Palmers Rest, 74 Gosport Street, Lymington, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-09-29 | £316,370 |
| 38 Gosport Street, Lymington, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £899,950 | 2021-06-28 | £962,643 |
SO41 9BE 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 9BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 146 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lymington Church of England Infant School Avenue Road , SO41 9GP | 4out of 4 | 475 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lymington Junior School Avenue Road , SO41 9GP | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennington Infant School Priestlands Road , Pennington SO41 8HX | 3out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennington Church of England Junior School Priestlands Road , Pennington SO41 8HX | 2out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School 83a Ramley Road , Pennington SO41 8GY | 3out of 4 | 2,338 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 | 1,405 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 | 1,177 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Vicars Hill , Boldre SO41 5QB | - not rated | 1,646 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill House School Rope Hill , Boldre SO41 8NE | - not rated | 2,752 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIAO BELLI | 4 GOSPORT STREET, LYMINGTON | 15 yd | |
| TOOT SWEETS ICE CREAM PARLOUR | 3 GOSPORT STREET, LYMINGTON | 176 yd | |
| EAT PIZZA | 9 GOSPORT STREET, LYMINGTON | 176 yd | |
| THE LARDER | 12 EARLEY COURT, LYMINGTON | 192 yd | |
| CAFFEGELATO | 9 ANGEL COURTYARD, HIGH STREET | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE BOSUNS CHAIR | STATION STREET, LYMINGTON | 80 yd | |
| KINGS HEAD INN | QUAY HILL, LYMINGTON | 225 yd | |
| LYMINGTON AMATEUR ROWING CLUB | AINSLIE PLACE, LYMINGTON | 227 yd | |
| LYMINGTON MASONIC HALL | 10 HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON | 236 yd | |
| ANGEL AND BLUE PIG | 108 HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON | 237 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEEP BLUE | 130 HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON | 201 yd | |
| MINES A PASTY LTD | 9 HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON | 236 yd | |
| BUBBLE SHACK | 6 QUAY HILL, LYMINGTON | 237 yd | |
| DRIFTERS | 8 QUAY STREET, LYMINGTON | 250 yd | |
| TRULY SCRUMPTIOUS AND JACQUI ICE CREAM | 6 QUAY STREET, LYMINGTON | 256 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARKS & SPENCER | 4-5 ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON | 745 yd | |
| WAITROSE | STANFORD ROAD, LYMINGTON | 892 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Town Ground Avenue Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 625 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 | 48.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 48.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 48.7% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.