SO30 0GF is a sought-after residential area on Hobb Lane, 0.5km from Hedge End in Hedge End. Administratively it sits within Hedge End South ward and the Eastleigh constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO30, SO30 0GF offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 80% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £351k, up 1.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SO30 0GF are sourced from Output Area E00115371 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOBB LANE, SO30 0GF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOBB LANE, SO30 0GF.
299
44
£ 40,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO30 0GF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
SO30 0GF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £351k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO30 0GF. The average age is 44.2. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 322,500
2 sales · Mean £ 322,500
Detached
£ 345,000
4 sales · Mean £ 353,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO30 0GF has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Freegrounds Junior School
Freegrounds Infant School
Shamblehurst Primary School
Wildern School
Kings Copse Primary School
Berrywood Primary School
Deer Park School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- HEDGE END BOWLING CLUB0.8 km
- THE BARLEYCORN0.4 km
- COOP MICROBAR0.5 km
- Hedge End Club Ltd0.9 km
- THE BERRY THEATRE0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.6 km
- HONG KONG GARDEN0.4 km
- CHINA TOWN0.5 km
- Hedge End Kebabs0.5 km
- J HENRY'S FISH & CHIPS0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- COSTA COFFEE0.6 km
- GREGGS0.5 km
- SPRING TIDES CAFE0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- CO-OP0.5 km
- THE CO-OPERATIVE GROUP0.5 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- D R FOGG LTD0.5 km
- H J EVERETT0.6 km
- PRIME TIME0.5 km
- R&M SUPPLIES0.5 km
- THE JANICE BARFOOT CAKE & SUGARCRAFT CENTRE0.4 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- BOTLEIGH GRANGE HOTEL AND SPA0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hedge End1.5 km
- Botley2.6 km
- Bursledon3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Sherborne Way0.0 km
- Sherborne Way0.0 km
- Poplar Way0.1 km
- Poplar Way0.1 km
- Hobb Lane0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SO300GF · Data under Open Government Licence