Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

STATION CLOSE, SO21 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION CLOSE, SO21 1AY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

274

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 62,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO21 1AY 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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10/10
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10/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SO21 1AY spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SO21 1AY is a safe, established residential area on Station Close, 0.2km from Abbas, Itchen in Itchen Abbas. Administratively it sits within Alresford and Itchen Valley ward and the Winchester constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SO21 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00118066 (shared with 11 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 SO21 1AY. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SO21 1AY has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary4
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Itchen Abbas Primary School

Good76 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Plough Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Winchester6.4 km
  • Micheldever9.9 km
  • Shawford10.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Old Station Road0.1 km
  • Old Station Road0.1 km
  • Village Hall0.2 km
  • Village Hall0.2 km