SO22 4QU is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Sleepers' Hill in Winchester. Administratively it sits within St Luke ward and the Winchester constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SO22 4QU is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SO22 4QU are sourced from Output Area E00118182 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO22 4QU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO22 4QU.
406
33
£ 41,100 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO22 4QU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SO22 4QU has a significant social housing presence — 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO22 4QU. The average age is 33.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO22 4QU has low crime rates — 26 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.
school Local Schools
Stanmore Primary School
St Faith's Church of England Primary School
Kings' School
Western Church of England Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Winchester
The Westgate School
Olivers Battery Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- First Plaice0.9 km
- Golden Phoenix0.6 km
- Mexigo0.6 km
- Stanmore Fish And Chips0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- County Arms Inn0.8 km
- The Bell Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Hillier Garden Centre0.8 km
- Carroll Centre0.5 km
- Jaipur Spice0.5 km
- Christ Church0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- JC's0.2 km
- New Life Church0.5 km
- Stanmore Stores / Premier Store0.1 km
- Stanmore Stores / Premier Stores0.6 km
- Amigo Shop0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winchester1.5 km
- Shawford3.8 km
- Chandlers Ford8.9 km
Bus Stops
- Octavia Hill0.1 km
- Sportsman's Club0.1 km
- Sportsman's Club0.1 km
- Octavia Hill0.1 km
- Cromwell Shops0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO224QU · Data under Open Government Licence