Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

SO16 0BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO16 0BT.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 61,400 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO16 0BT 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

SO16 0BT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

SO16 0BT is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Nursling in Rownhams and Nursling. Administratively it sits within Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

For families considering a move, SO16 0BT represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SO16 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00117736 (shared with 28 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 SO16 0BT. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.8%
Asian / British Asian5.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 1%
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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)

SO16 0BT has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences20
Other theft5
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Nursling Church of England Primary School

Good185 pupils0.6 km
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The Cedar School

Good90 pupils0.8 km
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Oasis Academy Lord's Hill

Requires Improvement764 pupils0.8 km
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Fairisle Infant and Nursery School

Good326 pupils1.0 km
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Fairisle Junior School

Good393 pupils1.0 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.1 km
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Rownhams St John's Church of England Primary School

Good321 pupils1.2 km
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Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School

Good348 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Nursling And Rownhams Social Club0.6 km
  • Balmoral Inn0.8 km
  • Walnut Tree Farm0.5 km
  • The Four Horseshoes0.6 km
  • The Horns Inn0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Parthian Climbing Southampton0.0 km
  • Atalian Servest Food Co At Tesco Distribution Centre0.7 km
  • Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd0.3 km
  • David Lloyd Leisure Club0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Lucky Eight0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • B And Q0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redbridge2.3 km
  • Totton2.6 km
  • Millbrook (Hants)4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Canberra Road0.5 km
  • Adanac Park0.5 km