Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

DURNFORD CLOSE, SO20 6AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DURNFORD CLOSE, SO20 6AP.

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Population

245

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 62,800 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO20 6AP 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.

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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Average age 55, 94% owned. SO20 6AP is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. With £740k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode. Property prices are trending up 9.6% year-on-year.

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

SO20 6AP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Durnford Close, 0.4km from Chilbolton in Chilbolton. Administratively it sits within Harewood ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO20, SO20 6AP offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 55 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £740k, up 9.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SO20 6AP are sourced from Output Area E00117706 (shared with 7 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 6AP. The average age is 55.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 740,000

7 sales · Mean £ 709,642

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

SO20 6AP 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 Mitre0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Chilbolton Village Stores0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Andover7.5 km
  • Whitchurch (Hants)11.7 km
  • Grateley12.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Garston Mede0.2 km
  • Drove Raod0.2 km
  • Garston Mede0.2 km
  • Drove Road0.2 km
  • Branksome Avenue0.4 km