Hilltop Road is in Beaulieu, Brockenhurst and in New Forest district. SO42 7YT 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 Hilltop Road, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst, SO42 7YT 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 local area around SO42 7YT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.8% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.2% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 24.4% | 29% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 47.2% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 6.5% | 4.3% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Divorced | 16% | 9.8% | -6.2% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 41.9% | 40.5% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 44.5% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 10.9% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 13% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 7YT this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 9.8% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 7% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 16.7% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 20.5% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.9% | 40% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 88.1% | 87.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 5.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 87.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 1.2% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hilltop Road was 80.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.9% lower than the Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hilltop Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Brockenhurst & Denny Lodge and the 131st highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boarmans Hilltop Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £2,774,000 | 2008-10-01 | £4,639,964 |
| Boarmans Hilltop Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £2,800,000 | 2007-04-16 | £4,717,391 |
| Abbey Spring Lodge Hilltop Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2000-01-10 | £4,305,556 |
| Abbey Spring Cottage Hilltop Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 1999-03-31 | £1,241,314 |
| Abbots Well Hilltop Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 1996-08-28 | £2,004,310 |
SO42 7YT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 7YT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in SO42 7YT area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Other | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 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 | 1,285 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Infant School Teachers Way , Holbury SO45 2QG | 3out of 4 | 3,995 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wildground Infant School Crete Road , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4JX | 3out of 4 | 4,180 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wildground Junior School Armitage Avenue , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4LG | 3out of 4 | 4,212 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cadland Primary School Whitefield Road , SO45 2HW | 3out of 4 | 4,264 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applemore College Roman Road , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4RQ | 3out of 4 | 4,302 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The New Forest Academy Long Lane , Holbury SO45 2PA | 3out of 4 | 4,319 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Noadswood School North Road , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4ZF | 3out of 4 | 4,372 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Lodge School Roman Road , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4RQ | 3out of 4 | 4,379 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwood School Cabot Drive , Dibden SO45 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 4,603 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEITHS AT BEAULIEU | NATIONAL MOTOR MUSEUM, BEAULIEU ROAD | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beaulieu Cricket Club BEAULIEU CRICKET GROUND BEAULIEU CRICKET GROUND PALACE LANE | grass pitches | 782 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 | 66.7% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.