SO17 1BF is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Highfield in Southampton. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Portswood ward and the Southampton, Test constituency.
SO17 1BF is a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 35) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SO17 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00087007 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO17 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO17 1BF.
246
35
£ 53,700 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO17 1BF 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.
Area Character
SO17 1BF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 58% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO17 1BF. The average age is 35.3. 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)
SO17 1BF has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Highfield Church of England Primary School
Portswood Primary School
Swaythling Primary School
Bevois Town Primary School
Cantell School
Great Oaks School
Vermont School
Bassett Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Bellemoor Tavern1.0 km
- Bridge Bar0.7 km
- Charlies Cabana0.8 km
- Richmond Inn1.0 km
- Stags Head0.7 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- Brewhouse and Kitchen - Southampton0.3 km
- Centenary Restaurant0.9 km
- Cowherds0.7 km
- Greekebab0.8 km
- Lattes0.7 km
- + 40 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Farm Foods Ltd0.8 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Fu Kee House0.9 km
- Portswood Piri Piri0.8 km
- Charcoal Grill0.8 km
- Riya's Fish Chips0.8 km
- Mirra Bake House0.3 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Highfield House Hotel0.8 km
- Vita Student Portswood0.9 km
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Brookvale Convenience Store0.8 km
- Charlies Bargain Booze0.8 km
- Gorillas0.8 km
- Newsmaster News and Food0.8 km
- Podorlem0.8 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Denys1.3 km
- Bitterne2.1 km
- Swaythling2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Avenue Campus0.1 km
- Omdurman Road0.2 km
- Avenue Subway0.2 km
- Avenue Subway0.2 km
- The Highfield0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO171BF · Data under Open Government Licence