Chapel Lane is in East Boldre, Brockenhurst and in New Forest district. SO42 7WP 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 Chapel Lane, East Boldre, Brockenhurst, SO42 7WP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO42 7WW, SO42 7WQ, SO42 7WL, SO42 7WJ, SO42 7WH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO42 7WP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 50.7% | 3.1% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 52.4% | 49.3% | -3.1% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 28.6% | 30.8% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 48.5% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 12.3% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 4.6% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 42.7% | 47.8% | 5.1% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 33.5% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 14% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.5% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 32% | 23.5% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.5% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 18.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 17.3% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 26.5% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.9% | 96.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 96.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.2% | 76.7% | -4.5% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 26% | 13.5% | 12.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Lane was 12.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.4% lower than the Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge and the 68th lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shambles Chapel Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2024-09-10 | £581,250 |
| The Baptist Church Chapel Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-05-12 | £263,194 |
| 1 Thatched Cottage Chapel Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £551,005 | 2020-12-17 | £598,639 |
| Bracken Lodge Chapel Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2014-12-08 | £794,932 |
| 1 Thatched Cottage Chapel Lane, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2014-07-11 | £535,410 |
SO42 7WP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 7WP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaulieu Village Primary School High Street , Beaulieu SO42 7YD | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Baddesley Church of England Primary School South Baddesley , SO41 5RP | 3out of 4 | 5,289 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 | 176 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Boldre Football Pitch THE STUDIO THE STUDIO MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 447 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 4.0% |
| Median download speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 23.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.