SO30 0GQ is a sought-after residential area on Hobb Lane, 0.8km from Hedge End in Hedge End. Administratively it sits within Botley ward and the Eastleigh constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO30, SO30 0GQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. 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 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £532k, up 40.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SO30 0GQ are sourced from Output Area E00115155 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOBB LANE, SO30 0GQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOBB LANE, SO30 0GQ.
287
45
£ 54,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO30 0GQ 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO30 0GQ combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£532k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 40.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO30 0GQ. The average age is 45.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 557,500
10 sales · Mean £ 556,300
Semi-Detached
£ 330,000
3 sales · Mean £ 345,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO30 0GQ has low crime rates — 13 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 PIZZA0.8 km
- HONG KONG GARDEN0.7 km
- CHINA TOWN0.7 km
- Hedge End Kebabs0.8 km
- J HENRY'S FISH & CHIPS0.8 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- D R FOGG LTD0.8 km
- H J EVERETT0.8 km
- PRIME TIME0.8 km
- R&M SUPPLIES0.8 km
- THE JANICE BARFOOT CAKE & SUGARCRAFT CENTRE0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- THE BARLEYCORN0.7 km
- COOP MICROBAR0.8 km
- Hedge End Club Ltd0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- GREGGS0.8 km
- SPRING TIDES CAFE0.7 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
- Botley2.6 km
- Bursledon3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Mapleton Road0.1 km
- Mapleton Road0.2 km
- Cortina Way0.2 km
- Sovereign Drive0.2 km
- Sovereign Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO300GQ · Data under Open Government Licence