Average Rent in New Forest
As of January 2026, the average rent in New Forest is £1,221/month — 8% below the England average of £1,332. Rents have changed by +2.1% over the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,221/month (8% below the England average of £1,332)
- Rents are up +2.1% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £847/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £149/month for a 1-bed
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in New Forest breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,221 | +2.1% |
| 1 bedroom | £847 | +2.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,111 | +2.4% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,364 | +2.0% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £1,964 | +1.1% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in New Forest also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,665 |
| Semi-detached | £1,318 |
| Terraced | £1,246 |
| Flat / maisonette | £995 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Southampton area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £424 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £698 | £847 | +£149 |
| 2 bed | £873 | £1,111 | +£238 |
| 3 bed | £1,072 | £1,364 | +£292 |
| 4 bed | £1,446 | £1,964 | +£518 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in New Forest: what to know
New Forest is in the South East region of England. The average rent of £1,221 per month is 8% below the England average of £1,332. This is 11% below the South East regional average of £1,379.
Rents in New Forest have risen +2.1% over the past year, slower than the South East average of +3.8%.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Southampton area is £698/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £847. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £149/month.
If you’re looking to rent in New Forest, building a strong credit profile can help you pass tenant referencing checks and access a wider range of properties. Reporting your rent payments to credit agencies is one way to start building that history.
FAQs
What is the average rent in New Forest?
The average rent in New Forest is £1,221 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £847, a 2-bed £1,111, a 3-bed £1,364.
Is rent in New Forest going up or down?
Rents in New Forest have increased by +2.1% over the past year. This is broadly in line with national trends.
How does rent in New Forest compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in New Forest (£847) is £149 above the LHA rate of £698 for the Southampton area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
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