SO16 0AJ is a safe, established residential area on Nursling Street, 0.6km from Nursling in Test Valley. Administratively it sits within Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.
For families considering a move, SO16 0AJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% 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 SO16 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00117734 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NURSLING STREET, SO16 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NURSLING STREET, SO16 0AJ.
609
36
£ 61,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO16 0AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SO16 0AJ is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO16 0AJ. The average age is 36.1. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO16 0AJ has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Nursling Church of England Primary School
The Cedar School
Oasis Academy Lord's Hill
Rownhams St John's Church of England Primary School
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School
Fairisle Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Nursling And Rownhams Social Club0.5 km
- Balmoral Inn0.7 km
- Romsey Golf Club Ltd0.8 km
- The Four Horseshoes0.2 km
- The Horns Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Parthian Climbing Southampton0.5 km
- Regal Catering Ltd At Romsey Golf Club0.8 km
- Atalian Servest Food Co At Tesco Distribution Centre0.8 km
- Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd0.8 km
- The Halfway Hut0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Lucky Eight0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redbridge2.8 km
- Totton3.1 km
- Millbrook (Hants)4.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SO160AJ · Data under Open Government Licence