Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

NURSLING INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SO16 0WB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NURSLING INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SO16 0WB.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 61,400 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO16 0WB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

SO16 0WB is a settled retirement community — average age 59, 78% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

SO16 0WB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Nursling Industrial Estate, 1.1km from Nursling in Test Valley. Administratively it sits within Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. Residents here average 59 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SO16 0WB are sourced from Output Area E00117746 (shared with 51 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 0WB. The average age is 59.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 24%
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.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SO16 0WB has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Nursling Church of England Primary School

Good185 pupils1.0 km
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The Cedar School

Good90 pupils1.3 km
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Oasis Academy Lord's Hill

Requires Improvement764 pupils1.4 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.6 km
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Fairisle Infant and Nursery School

Good326 pupils1.6 km
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Fairisle Junior School

Good393 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Parthian Climbing Southampton0.6 km
  • Atalian Servest Food Co At Tesco Distribution Centre0.2 km
  • Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd0.7 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Walnut Tree Farm1.0 km
  • The Four Horseshoes0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • B And Q0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redbridge2.5 km
  • Totton2.7 km
  • Millbrook (Hants)4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Canberra Road0.2 km