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.
HOBB LANE, SO30 0GP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOBB LANE, SO30 0GP.
322
46
£ 54,000 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Freegrounds Infant School
Freegrounds Junior School
Kings Copse Primary School
Shamblehurst Primary School
Wildern School
Berrywood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- THE BARLEYCORN0.7 km
- COOP MICROBAR0.7 km
- Hedge End Club Ltd0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- GREGGS0.7 km
- SPRING TIDES CAFE0.6 km
- COSTA COFFEE0.8 km
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
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Postcode Profile: SO300GP · Data under Open Government Licence