SO24 0AY is a safe, established residential area on Freemans Yard Lane, 0.5km from North End in Cheriton. Administratively it sits within Upper Meon Valley ward and the Meon Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, SO24 0AY represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £970k, up 29.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SO24 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00118003 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FREEMANS YARD LANE, SO24 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FREEMANS YARD LANE, SO24 0AY.
357
44
£ 51,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO24 0AY 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO24 0AY combines high owner-occupation (62%), strong property values (£970k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £970k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 29.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO24 0AY. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 970,000
3 sales · Mean £ 896,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO24 0AY has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cheriton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Brick House B&B0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Hinton Arms1.0 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Cheriton Post Office And Stores0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Flower Pots Inn0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winchester10.8 km
- Shawford11.9 km
- Micheldever15.6 km
Bus Stops
- Cheriton DRT zone0.2 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- The Pastures0.3 km
- The Pastures0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO240AY · Data under Open Government Licence