southampton SO42 Postcodes

Southampton (SO42)

The SO42 postcode area is located in the Southampton postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 213 individual postcodes.

There are 43 electoral wards in the SO42 postcode area, including Alresford, Brockenhurst, Eastleigh, Lymington, Lyndhurst, Romsey, Southampton, Stockbridge, Winchester which come under the local authority of the New Forest Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 37% of people in SO42 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of SO42 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The SO42 postcode covers the towns of Beaulieu, Brockenhurst, Boldre, Dibden, Holbury, Hythe, Langley, Marchwood, Pennington, Totton and Ashurst in the Southampton district.

Beaulieu is a village in Hampshire, England, most notable for its attractions of Beaulieu Abbey and the National Motor Museum. It is also home to Palace House, the ancestral home of the Montagu dynasty. Beaulieu is a popular tourist destination, especially during summer months.

Brockenhurst is a picturesque village near the New Forest National Park, renowned for its thatched cottages and churches. It is home to several attractions and activities, such as cycling, horse riding, jungle-trekking, golf, water sports and boat trips through the surrounding rivers and canals.

Boldre is a small village in the New Forest, generally considered the prettiest of the local villages. It is home to the 14th-century St Peter's Church, Chelmersh Manor and Bakers Arms pub.

Dibden is an area of Hampshire which includes a small village and large areas of farmland. It has two main retail areas, and is situated close to the historic Totton and Eling.

Holbury is a small village in the rural New Forest located on the western bank of Southampton Water and close to the larger village of Totton. It is home to several notable attractions, such as the historical settlement of Furzedown, and the Southampton Water Industrial Archaeology Centre, which features exhibits from the Southampton water area industrial history.

Hythe is a coastal town in Hampshire, situated on the shores of the Solent. One of its main attractions is the Hythe Ferry, which services the nearby Isle of Wight. Hythe is close to the New Forest and offers recreational facilities such as golf, fishing and walking.

Langley is a hamlet between the villages of New Milton and Hordle, and is situated on the A337. It is most well known as the parish of Langley with Mottistone, which covers the area around Langley and the nearby village of Mottistone.

Marchwood is a small village located between Romsey and Southampton. It has a variety of leisure activities, such as fishing, golf, sailing and a nature reserve. Its main claim to fame is the MOD Marchwood Sea Mounting Centre, which is home to a flotilla of amphibious landing ships.

Pennington is a village in Hampshire located near Lymington and on the western shore of Southampton Water. It is home to many different residential, commercial and leisure activities, including a Royal Mail sorting office, sailing and golf clubs, and several nature reserves.

Totton is a town located near Southampton Water and the New Forest. Its main attractions are the New Forest Water Park and Totton Angling Centre, which feature many different facilities and activities designed for fishing enthusiasts.

Ashurst is a hamlet and civil parish in Hampshire located close to Southampton and the New Forest. It is home to several notable structures, such as the Medieval Church of St. John the Baptist, a pub and a recreation ground.

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