SO15 0LG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on First Avenue, 0.5km from Redbridge in Southampton. Administratively it sits within Redbridge ward and the Southampton, Test constituency.
For families considering a move, SO15 0LG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SO15 0LG are sourced from Output Area E00087093 (shared with 56 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FIRST AVENUE, SO15 0LG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIRST AVENUE, SO15 0LG.
235
43
£ 37,600 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO15 0LG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SO15 0LG spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (43) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO15 0LG. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SO15 0LG is above average at 90 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Redbridge Community School
Mason Moor Primary School
Tanners Brook Primary School
Redbridge Primary School
Newlands Primary School
Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Regents Park Community College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Kendal Cakes0.8 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Shell Roselands0.2 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Arrow News0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Adem's Cafe Ltd0.2 km
- Dirty Snax Cafe Ltd0.1 km
- Goals Soccer Centre0.9 km
- FireRock0.2 km
- Jays Cafe0.2 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Express0.5 km
- Co-Operative Millbrook Service Station0.9 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Balti House0.9 km
- Olivers Fish & Chips0.5 km
- Golden Pool0.8 km
- Star Fish Bar0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bricklayers Arms0.9 km
- The Ship Inn0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redbridge0.7 km
- Totton1.4 km
- Millbrook (Hants)2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Parkside Avenue0.2 km
- Millbrook Roundabout0.2 km
- Parkside Avenue0.2 km
- Millbrook Roundabout0.3 km
- Green Park0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO150LG · Data under Open Government Licence