Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

CRANBOURNE DRIVE, SO21 2ES House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRANBOURNE DRIVE, SO21 2ES.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 66,100 /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: SO21 2ES 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO21 2ES's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £825k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £825k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

SO21 2ES is a sought-after residential area on Cranbourne Drive, 0.3km from Otterbourne in Otterbourne. Administratively it sits within Badger Farm and Oliver's Battery ward and the Winchester constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO21, SO21 2ES offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 71% 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 £825k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SO21 2ES are sourced from Output Area E00118033 (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 SO21 2ES. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.2%
Asian / British Asian7.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 725,000

8 sales · Mean £ 731,243

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

SO21 2ES has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Otterbourne Church of England Primary School

Outstanding305 pupils0.3 km
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Shepherds Down Special School

Good160 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The White Horse0.3 km
  • Old Forge Restaurant0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • So Catering0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Nisa0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shawford2.1 km
  • Chandlers Ford3.7 km
  • Eastleigh4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The White Horse0.3 km
  • The White Horse0.4 km
  • Oakwood Avenue0.4 km
  • Oakwood Avenue0.5 km