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Hythe Central

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About

Hythe Central ward is located on the western shore of Southampton Water, within the New Forest district. The area centres around the town of Hythe, which functions as a local service hub with shops and amenities. Its position along the water has historically supported ferry connections and maritime activity, contributing to its development.

A notable feature is the Hythe Pier, one of the oldest public piers in the country, which extends into the water and is serviced by a vintage pier railway. The ward includes residential neighbourhoods and areas of managed green space, with views across the water to the industrial landscape of the opposite shore.

Area overview

On average Hythe Central has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hythe Central is £58,727 per year. There are 1 schools in Hythe Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
7.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Hythe Central

Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £340,000 in Hythe Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,500 up to £1,130,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hythe Central in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Hythe Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached37£395,000
Flats30£222,500
Semi-Detached12£341,000
Terraced10£322,500

10 years median price trend in Hythe Central

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hythe Central.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.