Postcode Analysis Eastleigh, South East

HOBB LANE, SO30 0GJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOBB LANE, SO30 0GJ.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO30 0GJ combines high owner-occupation (98%), strong property values (£525k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £525k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 2.1% year-on-year.

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

SO30 0GJ is a sought-after residential area on Hobb Lane, 0.6km 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 0GJ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 98% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £525k, down 2.1% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SO30 0GJ are sourced from Output Area E00115362 (shared with 18 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 0GJ. The average age is 51.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 428,750

8 sales · Mean £ 461,437

Semi-Detached

£ 340,000

4 sales · Mean £ 338,750

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

SO30 0GJ has low crime rates — 22 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.

Shoplifting64
Violence and sexual offences35
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Freegrounds Junior School

Good362 pupils0.0 km
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Freegrounds Infant School

Good247 pupils0.0 km
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Kings Copse Primary School

Good205 pupils0.7 km
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Shamblehurst Primary School

Good481 pupils1.1 km
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Wildern School

Requires Improvement1955 pupils1.1 km
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Berrywood Primary School

Good624 pupils1.3 km
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Deer Park School

124 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • COSTA COFFEE0.6 km
  • GREGGS0.5 km
  • SPRING TIDES CAFE0.5 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • CO-OP0.5 km
  • THE CO-OPERATIVE GROUP0.6 km
  • Tesco Express1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • HEDGE END BOWLING CLUB1.0 km
  • COOP MICROBAR0.5 km
  • Hedge End Club Ltd0.8 km
  • THE BARLEYCORN0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.6 km
  • HONG KONG GARDEN0.4 km
  • Mr PIZZA0.6 km
  • WOK HARD0.5 km
  • CHINA TOWN0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • CIGGYJUICE LTD0.5 km
  • HEDGE END POST OFFICE0.6 km
  • D R FOGG LTD0.6 km
  • H J EVERETT0.6 km
  • PRIME TIME0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • BOTLEIGH GRANGE HOTEL AND SPA0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hedge End1.7 km
  • Botley2.7 km
  • Bursledon3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Mapleton Road0.1 km
  • Mapleton Road0.1 km
  • Sherborne Way0.2 km
  • Sherborne Way0.2 km
  • Poplar Way0.2 km