Postcode Analysis Eastleigh, South East

HOBB LANE, SO30 0GP House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

322

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

SO30 0GP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £435k, 77% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SO30 0GP is a sought-after residential area on Hobb Lane, 0.7km 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 0GP offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £435k. 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 0GP are sourced from Output Area E00115381 (shared with 16 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 0GP. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 370,000

2 sales · Mean £ 370,000

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

SO30 0GP has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences29
Other theft8
Anti-social behaviour7
Shoplifting5
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Freegrounds Infant School

Good247 pupils0.3 km
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Freegrounds Junior School

Good362 pupils0.3 km
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Kings Copse Primary School

Good205 pupils0.4 km
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Shamblehurst Primary School

Good481 pupils1.3 km
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Wildern School

Requires Improvement1955 pupils1.3 km
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Berrywood Primary School

Good624 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.7 km
  • HONG KONG GARDEN0.6 km
  • CHINA TOWN0.7 km
  • Hedge End Kebabs0.7 km
  • J HENRY'S FISH & CHIPS0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • D R FOGG LTD0.7 km
  • H J EVERETT0.7 km
  • PRIME TIME0.7 km
  • R&M SUPPLIES0.7 km
  • THE BEAUTY BISTRO0.9 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • THE BARLEYCORN0.7 km
  • COOP MICROBAR0.7 km
  • Hedge End Club Ltd0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • GREGGS0.7 km
  • SPRING TIDES CAFE0.6 km
  • COSTA COFFEE0.8 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
  • CO-OP0.7 km
  • THE CO-OPERATIVE GROUP0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hedge End2.0 km
  • Botley2.7 km
  • Bursledon3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Mapleton Road0.1 km
  • Mapleton Road0.1 km
  • Cortina Way0.2 km
  • Freegrounds Road0.2 km
  • Sovereign Drive0.3 km