SO16 0UX is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km 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 0UX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SO16 0UX are sourced from Output Area E00117734 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO16 0UX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO16 0UX.
609
36
£ 61,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO16 0UX 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SO16 0UX's 62% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO16 0UX. 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
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO16 0UX has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. 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
Sinclair Primary and Nursery School
Compass School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Nursling And Rownhams Social Club0.2 km
- Balmoral Inn0.1 km
- Romsey Golf Club Ltd0.9 km
- The Four Horseshoes0.9 km
- The Horns Inn0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Sammy's Cakes and Grill0.9 km
- Parthian Climbing Southampton0.7 km
- Regal Catering Ltd At Romsey Golf Club0.9 km
- Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd0.9 km
- David Lloyd Leisure Club1.0 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Lucky Eight0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redbridge2.8 km
- Totton3.2 km
- Millbrook (Hants)4.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Balmoral0.1 km
- The Balmoral0.1 km
- Bakers Drove0.2 km
- West Ways Close - Sch Only0.2 km
- Nutshalling Avenue - sch stop0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO160UX · Data under Open Government Licence