Is SO30 0DF a safe place to live?

Yes, SO30 0DF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SO30 0DF?

The average property price in SO30 0DF is currently around £605k.

What is the population of SO30 0DF?

The population for the SO30 0DF area is approximately 321 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Eastleigh, South East

BURSLEDON ROAD, SO30 0DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURSLEDON ROAD, SO30 0DF.

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

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Population

321

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 53,600 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO30 0DF 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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9/10

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5/10

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9/10

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4/10

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8/10

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7/10

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6/10

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3/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO30 0DF's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership, and £605k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £605k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SO30 0DF is a safe, established residential area on Bursledon Road, 0.7km from Dodwell in Hedge End. Administratively it sits within Bursledon & Hound North ward and the Eastleigh constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £605k.

Census 2021 statistics for SO30 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00184548 (shared with 13 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 SO30 0DF. The average age is 33.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.5%

Asian / British Asian1.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 498,750

8 sales · Mean £ 529,312

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

SO30 0DF has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31

Anti-social behaviour6

Public order6

Criminal damage and arson4

Other theft4

school Local Schools

Kings Copse Primary School

Good205 pupils0.9 km

Freegrounds Infant School

Good247 pupils1.3 km

Freegrounds Junior School

Good362 pupils1.3 km

Hightown Primary School

Good178 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Hedge End Club Ltd0.7 km
Southern Parishes Conservative Club0.9 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Tesco Express1.0 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

THE BEAUTY BISTRO0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bursledon2.3 km
Hedge End2.8 km
Botley3.8 km

Bus Stops

Upper St Helens Road0.1 km
Heath House Lane0.1 km
Upper St Helens Road0.1 km
Boundary Acre0.1 km
Boundary Acre0.2 km