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Lyndhurst & Minstead

England / South East / New Forest / Lyndhurst & Minstead

About

Lyndhurst and Minstead are villages in the heart of the New Forest, known for their woodland surroundings and rural charm. Lyndhurst serves as the unofficial capital of the New Forest, with amenities like shops, cafes, and the New Forest Heritage Centre. The area is surrounded by ancient woodlands and heathlands, offering easy access to walking and cycling trails.

Minstead is a quieter village, characterised by traditional thatched cottages and a picturesque church. It lies within the New Forest National Park, with open heaths and forested areas nearby. The area is popular for outdoor activities, including horse riding and wildlife spotting, with ponies and deer often seen grazing freely. Both villages provide a peaceful retreat while remaining close to the forest’s natural attractions.

Area overview

On average Lyndhurst & Minstead has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lyndhurst & Minstead is £54,200 per year. There are 7 schools in Lyndhurst & Minstead: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
63
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lyndhurst & Minstead Population
5,491
Population density
54.2 per km²

Demographics

British
5,100
92.86%
Other White
162
2.95%
Other Asian
41
0.75%
White and Asian (mixed)
40
0.73%
Irish
26
0.47%
Total population: 5,492

Housing

Owns outright
1,228
51.02%
Owns with a mortgage
636
26.42%
Private landlord or letting agency
276
11.47%
Social rents from council
106
4.4%
Other forms of private rent
87
3.61%
Total households: 2,407

Property prices in Lyndhurst & Minstead

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £530,000 in Lyndhurst & Minstead area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £1,850,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached40£748,750
Flats7£171,000
Semi-Detached23£445,000
Terraced5£425,000

10 years price trend in Lyndhurst & Minstead

All postcodes in Lyndhurst & Minstead

SO437LB

Lyndhurst & Minstead

SO437NF

Church Lane

SO400ZZ

Beaulieu Road

SO402HP

Pollards Moor Road

SO437AR

Racecourse View

SO437BR

Queens Road

SO437BT

Queens Road

SO437BY

Foldsgate Close

SO437DG

Clay Lane

SO437EL

Great Mead
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.