New Forest — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for New Forest, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£31,344
Median Annual Salary
-6.0% vs UK average
2.4%
Claimant Rate
-1.1pp vs UK average
2,320
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
New Forest Economic Overview
Salaries
Earnings in New Forest sit broadly in line with the national picture. The median annual salary of £31,344 is close to the UK average of £33,344, reflecting a balanced mix of industries and job types.
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Unemployment & Claimant Count
New Forest has a notably low claimant rate of 2.4%, well below the UK average of 3.5%. This points to strong local employment and good availability of jobs in the area.