SO20 6BS is a mixed residential area within the SO20 district of Test Valley. Administratively it sits within Harewood ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SO20 6BS offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Census 2021 statistics for SO20 6BS are sourced from Output Area E00117773 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO20 6BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO20 6BS.
142
49
£ 62,800 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO20 6BS 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.
Area Character
SO20 6BS is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. 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 SO20 6BS. The average age is 49.2. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Andover9.6 km
- Micheldever10.5 km
- Winchester10.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SO206BS · Data under Open Government Licence