SO18 1DU is a safe, established residential area on Vespasian Road, 0.3km from Bitterne Manor in Southampton. Administratively it sits within Bitterne Park ward and the Southampton, Itchen constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £238k.
Census 2021 statistics for SO18 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00086728 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VESPASIAN ROAD, SO18 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VESPASIAN ROAD, SO18 1DU.
289
40
£ 53,400 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 40, SO18 1DU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 SO18 1DU. The average age is 39.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 222,375
8 sales · Mean £ 201,656
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO18 1DU has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bitterne Manor Primary School
St Denys Primary School
Beechwood Junior School
Mount Pleasant Junior School
Maytree Nursery and Infants' School
Bevois Town Primary School
Bitterne Park Primary School
Portswood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Best One0.5 km
- Manor Connect0.2 km
- Jithus0.6 km
- Manor Service Station0.3 km
- Milk and More0.9 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Diment McDonald Dance School0.9 km
- South Western Arms0.5 km
- Bitterne Park Social Club0.8 km
- Conservative Club0.6 km
- Station Pub0.4 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Fairways Cafe0.8 km
- Life Church Southampton0.8 km
- Miss Ellie's0.7 km
- Monkey Bizness0.8 km
- Boulder Shack Climbing Gym0.9 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Fit Chefs0.5 km
- Alex Fish and Chips0.6 km
- Andys Fish Bar0.7 km
- Golden River0.7 km
- Red Rooster0.7 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Spar0.7 km
- Yau Brothers0.9 km
- Company Shop Limited0.4 km
- Tesco Express0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bitterne0.3 km
- St Denys0.5 km
- Woolston2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Rampart Road0.2 km
- Rampart Road0.2 km
- Quayside Road0.3 km
- Bitterne Rail Station0.3 km
- Bitterne Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO181DU · Data under Open Government Licence