Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

GARSTON MEDE, SO20 6AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARSTON MEDE, SO20 6AG.

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Population

329

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 62,800 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO20 6AG 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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9/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 45, SO20 6AG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £442k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

SO20 6AG is a safe, established residential area on Garston Mede, 0.4km from Chilbolton in Chilbolton. Administratively it sits within Harewood ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £442k.

Census 2021 statistics for SO20 6AG are sourced from Output Area E00117707 (shared with 9 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 SO20 6AG. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 350,000

3 sales · Mean £ 400,000

Flat

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 181,666

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

SO20 6AG has low crime rates — 5 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.

Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Abbots Mitre0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Chilbolton Village Stores0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Andover7.4 km
  • Whitchurch (Hants)11.8 km
  • Grateley12.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Garston Mede0.1 km
  • Garston Mede0.1 km
  • Branksome Avenue0.2 km
  • Branksome Avenue0.2 km
  • Drove Raod0.2 km