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Lyndhurst & Minstead

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About

Lyndhurst & Minstead ward covers a large, rural area within the New Forest National Park. The landscape is characterised by extensive heathland, ancient woodland, and scattered forest enclosures. Settlement is limited, with the village of Lyndhurst serving as a central hub. The area's economy is closely tied to forest management, tourism, and agriculture, with commoners' grazing rights maintaining the open landscape.

The ward includes the historic village of Minstead, known for its thatched cottages and rural church. A notable site is the grave of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, located in the churchyard. The area is defined by quiet lanes, remote ponds, and a network of footpaths used by walkers, cyclists, and riders. The presence of free-roaming ponies and cattle is a constant feature across the open forest.

Area overview

On average Lyndhurst & Minstead has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 6.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lyndhurst & Minstead is £59,029 per year. There are 5 schools in Lyndhurst & Minstead: 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
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
6.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Lyndhurst & Minstead

Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Lyndhurst & Minstead area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £2,746,076.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lyndhurst & Minstead 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 Lyndhurst & Minstead over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£835,000
Flats20£285,000
Semi-Detached22£459,000
Terraced5£372,500

10 years median price trend in Lyndhurst & Minstead

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lyndhurst & Minstead.

Data Sources

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