SO20 6BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km 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 6BE offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £850k.
Census 2021 statistics for SO20 6BE are sourced from Output Area E00117706 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO20 6BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO20 6BE.
245
55
£ 62,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO20 6BE 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
SO20 6BE is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 94% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £850k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO20 6BE. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 787,500
4 sales · Mean £ 833,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
SO20 6BE has low crime rates — 10 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
Wherwell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Abbots Mitre0.1 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Chilbolton Village Stores0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Andover7.1 km
- Whitchurch (Hants)11.3 km
- Grateley12.7 km
Bus Stops
- Abbots Mitre0.0 km
- Abbots Mitre0.0 km
- Church of St Mary The Less0.2 km
- Church of St Mary The Less0.2 km
- Drove Raod0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO206BE · Data under Open Government Licence