Furzey Lane is in Beaulieu, Brockenhurst and in New Forest district. SO42 7WB is located in the Forest & Solent electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of New Forest East. This postcode has been in use since 1986-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Furzey Lane, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst, SO42 7WB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO42 7WB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents 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 | 48.8% | 48.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 51.2% | 51.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 SO42 7WB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.3% 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 | 15.9% | 20.9% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.5% | 60.3% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 16.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 8.5% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 8.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.1%) 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 | 49.8% | 54.6% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 35.5% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 8.1% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 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 SO42 7WB this area, 7.3% 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 51.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.1% | 7.3% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 3.4% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 13.8% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 16.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 44% | 51.3% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 17.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 98% | 98.5% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 89.5% 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 | 88.7% | 89.5% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 90.5% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 5.1% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0.7% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Furzey Lane was 27.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.0% lower than the Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Furzey Lane has the 16th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge and the 179th lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gorse Cottage Furzey Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2024-02-02 | £839,098 |
| Forest End Furzey Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £765,000 | 2023-02-10 | £722,284 |
| Hatteras Furzey Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,155,000 | 2021-06-29 | £1,234,655 |
| Heath House Furzey Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £765,000 | 2020-10-16 | £848,986 |
| Smallwood Furzey Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,352,000 | 2020-09-30 | £1,518,551 |
SO42 7WB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
SO42 7WB 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 SO42 7WB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaulieu Village Primary School High Street , Beaulieu SO42 7YD | 3out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 94.4% |
| 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 | 5.6% |
| Median download speed | 34.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.