SO24 0BN is a safe, established residential area on Dene Close, 0.2km from Ropley Dean in East Hampshire. Administratively it sits within Ropley, Hawkley & Hangers ward and the East Hampshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SO24 0BN represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. 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 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k.
Census 2021 statistics for SO24 0BN are sourced from Output Area E00115039 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DENE CLOSE, SO24 0BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DENE CLOSE, SO24 0BN.
393
40
£ 66,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO24 0BN 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 40, SO24 0BN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £350k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO24 0BN. The average age is 39.6. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 350,000
1 sales · Mean £ 350,000
Terraced
£ 280,000
2 sales · Mean £ 280,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO24 0BN has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ropley CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Shop &The T Junction0.1 km
- Thai Lounge0.4 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Shell Ropley0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alton12.0 km
- Petersfield14.2 km
- Liss15.3 km
Bus Stops
- Darvill Road0.1 km
- Darvill Road0.1 km
- Ropley (Mid-Hants Railway)0.3 km
- Ropley (Mid-Hants Railway)0.3 km
- Ropley (Mid-Hants Railway)0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO240BN · Data under Open Government Licence