Kings Close is in Lyndhurst and in New Forest district. SO43 7AG is located in the Lyndhurst & Minstead 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 Kings Close, Lyndhurst, SO43 7AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO43 7AA, SO43 7BB, SO43 7AF, SO43 7AE, SO43 7BD, SO43 7AH, SO43 7AJ, SO43 7AB, SO43 7AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO43 7AG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 53.1% | 52.5% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 47.5% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 SO43 7AG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% 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 | 31.7% | 25.9% | -5.8% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 54.1% | 8.3% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 11.7% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 6.3% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 42.7% | 51.6% | 8.9% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 33.8% | -8.1% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 12.3% | 3.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 2.3% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around SO43 7AG this area, 7.9% 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 | 16.3% | 7.9% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 8.9% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 17.7% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 15.3% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.6% | 42.9% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 9.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 96.5% | 95.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 86.5% | 84.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 7.3% | 8.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.0% | 1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.5% | 85.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 9.2% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.5% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 4.1% | 13.5% | -9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kings Close was 48.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.6% lower than the Ashurst, Bramshaw, Copythorne & Netley Marsh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kings Close has the 17th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Ashurst, Bramshaw, Copythorne & Netley Marsh and the 233rd highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Kings Close, Lyndhurst, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-11-22 | £288,129 |
| 9 Kings Close, Lyndhurst, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2023-06-26 | £322,326 |
| 23 Kings Close, Lyndhurst, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-03-10 | £287,590 |
| 20 Kings Close, Lyndhurst, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-01-28 | £286,402 |
| 5 Kings Close, Lyndhurst, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-12-13 | £326,570 |
SO43 7AG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
SO43 7AG 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 SO43 7AG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 27 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael and All Angels CofE Infant School High Street , SO43 7BB | 3out of 4 | 185 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Forest Small School 1 Southampton Road , SO43 7BU | - not rated | 1,195 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clay Hill School Clay Hill , SO43 7DE | - not rated | 1,592 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coxlease School Clay Hill , Lyndhurst SO43 7DE | - not rated | 1,902 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Minstead Training Project Minstead Lodge , Minstead SO43 7FT | - not rated | 3,364 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOLCE VITA | 2 ROMSEY ROAD, LYNDHURST | 87 yd | |
| PASSAGE TO INDIA | 3-5 ROMSEY ROAD, LYNDHURST | 87 yd | |
| MAD HATTER TEA ROOMS | 10 HIGH STREET, LYNDHURST | 161 yd | |
| IMPERIAL CHINA | 18 HIGH STREET, LYNDHURST | 161 yd | |
| RENOUFS CHEESE AND WINE BAR | 23 HIGH STREET, LYNDHURST | 212 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE WHITE RABBIT | ROMSEY ROAD, LYNDHURST | 190 yd | |
| THE STAG AT LYNDHURST | 69 HIGH STREET, LYNDHURST | 212 yd | |
| FOX AND HOUNDS | 22 HIGH STREET, LYNDHURST | 230 yd | |
| WATERLOO ARMS | PIKES HILL, LYNDHURST | 331 yd | |
| THE SWAN INN | SWAN GREEN, EMERY DOWN | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW FOREST FINEST | 36 HIGH STREET, LYNDHURST | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESCO | 43-47 HIGH STREET, LYNDHURST | 212 yd | |
| SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE | 32 HIGH STREET, LYNDHURST | 230 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wellands Road PEMBERTON ROAD | grass pitches | 285 yd |
| Coles Mead HOLMFIELD HOLMFIELD HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 427 yd |
| Lyndhurst Lawn Tennis Club LYNDHURST TENNIS CLUB LYNDHURST TENNIS CLUB SANDY LANE | tennis courts | 503 yd |
| New Forest Golf Club SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | golf | 931 yd |
| Boltons Bench High Street | grass pitches | 973 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 | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.