Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

DROXFORD ROAD, PO17 5AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DROXFORD ROAD, PO17 5AY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

290

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 59,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PO17 5AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PO17 5AY — age 47, 73% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PO17 5AY is a safe, established residential area on Droxford Road, 0.3km from Kings Meads in Winchester. Administratively it sits within Central Meon Valley ward and the Meon Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, PO17 5AY represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PO17 5AY are sourced from Output Area E00118252 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO17 5AY. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PO17 5AY has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Roebuck Inn0.0 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Woodlands Jersey Beef0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Botley6.2 km
  • Fareham6.9 km
  • Swanwick7.9 km

Bus Stops

  • The Roebuck0.2 km
  • The Roebuck0.2 km