Postcode Analysis Fareham, South East

DUNCAN ROAD, SO31 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUNCAN ROAD, SO31 1BD.

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Population

568

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 53,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO31 1BD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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6/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO31 1BD combines high owner-occupation (56%), strong property values (£328k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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

SO31 1BD is a sought-after residential area on Duncan Road, 0.4km from Beacon Bottom in Locks Heath. Administratively it sits within Park Gate ward and the Fareham constituency.

For families considering a move, SO31 1BD represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £328k. 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 SO31 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00115671 (shared with 60 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 SO31 1BD. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.7%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed5.1%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 320,000

7 sales · Mean £ 307,500

Detached

£ 427,500

6 sales · Mean £ 437,083

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

Crime around SO31 1BD is moderate at 51 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences65
Shoplifting37
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft8

school Local Schools

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Park Gate Primary School

Good397 pupils0.5 km
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Whiteley Primary School

Outstanding625 pupils1.0 km
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LWS Academy

Requires Improvement56 pupils1.1 km
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Sarisbury Church of England Junior School

Outstanding393 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • A & T Cooper0.3 km
  • Bp Oil Uk Limited0.2 km
  • Co-Op Welcome0.2 km
  • Locksheath Service Station0.4 km
  • Sheila Hurst Florist0.2 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Fodder Mongers0.7 km
  • Helen'S Teas0.7 km
  • Hungry Monsters0.7 km
  • Park Gate Tandoori0.0 km
  • Tgi Fridays0.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Buoys Plaice0.8 km
  • Domino'S Pizza0.2 km
  • Fish & Chips @270.2 km
  • Indian Summer0.2 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Gate0.2 km
  • Locks Heath Working Mens Club0.0 km
  • The Talisman0.3 km
  • Royal British Legion Club0.7 km
  • Sarisbury Green Social Club0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury'S Local0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swanwick0.2 km
  • Bursledon2.9 km
  • Hamble4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Lower Duncan Road0.0 km
  • Lower Duncan Road0.1 km
  • Duncan Road0.1 km
  • Duncan Road0.1 km
  • Peterkins Shop (NatX)0.2 km