Forest & Solent ward is located in the New Forest district, covering a mix of woodland, heathland, and coastal areas. The ward includes parts of the New Forest National Park, known for its ancient woodlands and grazing ponies. The Solent coastline provides a contrast, with mudflats and saltmarshes that attract wildlife.
The area has a mix of rural villages and small settlements, with limited urban development. Local communities are closely tied to the natural environment, with tourism and agriculture playing key roles in the economy. The ward offers walking and cycling routes through the forest and along the coast, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts.
On average Forest & Solent has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Forest & Solent is £47,690 per year. There are 6 schools in Forest & Solent: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 17 recent sales, the median property price is £950,000 in Forest & Solent area, with individual transactions ranging from £355,000 up to £6,601,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 10 | £1,187,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 4 | £744,150 |
| Terraced | 3 | £735,000 |
10 years price trend in Forest & Solent
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Church Lane
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Park Lane
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North Lane
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Bull Hill
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Hundred Lane
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Pilley Street
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Brickfield Lane
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Chapel Lane
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Lucky Lane
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Mill Lane
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Norleywood Road
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High Street
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Undershore
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Lymington Town & Boldre
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High Street
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Dock Lane
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Lepe Road
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Jordans Lane
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Holly Lane
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Church Lane
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Brook Hill
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Chapel Lane
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Burnt House Lane
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Main Road
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Joys Lane
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Shallow Lane
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Lower Sandy Down
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Bailey's Hard Lane
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Summer Lane
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Homer Farm Lane
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Burnt House Lane
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Hurstly Lane
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Chapel Lane
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Lodge Lane
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Park Lane
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Brickfield Lane
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Norleywood Road
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Sandpit Lane
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Sowley Lane
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Rowes Lane
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Matthews Lane
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Gins Lane
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Dock Lane
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Palace Lane
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.