Heath Lane is in East Boldre, Brockenhurst and in New Forest district. SO42 7WF 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 Heath Lane, East Boldre, Brockenhurst, SO42 7WF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO42 7WX, SO42 7WD, SO42 7WG, SO42 7WE, SO42 7WH, SO42 7WJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO42 7WF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 51% | 52.1% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 49% | 47.9% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 7WF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.8% 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 | 20.7% | 23.3% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 58.8% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 14.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 7.8% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 54.5% | 45.7% | -8.8% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 39.1% | 8.7% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 11.8% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 16.8% | 10.9% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 7% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.7% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5.8% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 18.2% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 41.5% | 4.0% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 93.4% | 94.1% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 94.1% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.9% | 37.2% | -10.3% |
| Christian | 65.9% | 46.2% | 19.7% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heath Lane was 79.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.0% lower than the Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heath Lane has the 17th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge and the 133rd highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culzean Heath Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2024-06-06 | £817,964 |
| Stockbridge House Heath Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £720,000 | 2021-06-18 | £769,655 |
| The Yews Heath Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £629,000 | 2020-10-12 | £698,055 |
| Dolphins Heath Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2018-06-29 | £741,471 |
| Bank House Heath Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2009-12-22 | £1,065,804 |
SO42 7WF 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 SO42 7WF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Baddesley Church of England Primary School South Baddesley , SO41 5RP | 3out of 4 | 5,467 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TURFCUTTERS ARMS | MAIN ROAD, EAST BOLDRE | 525 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Boldre Football Pitch THE STUDIO THE STUDIO MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 286 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 | 37.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.