SO31 1BS is a sought-after residential area on Botley Road, 0.2km from Burridge in Whiteley. Administratively it sits within Sarisbury ward and the Fareham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO31, SO31 1BS 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 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 94% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £765k. 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 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00168116 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOTLEY ROAD, SO31 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOTLEY ROAD, SO31 1BS.
315
46
£ 69,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO31 1BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO31 1BS combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£765k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £765k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO31 1BS. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 765,000
1 sales · Mean £ 765,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO31 1BS has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cornerstone CofE (VA) Primary School
Whiteley Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swanwick1.9 km
- Botley2.7 km
- Bursledon3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Burridge Road0.1 km
- Burridge Road0.2 km
- Sports & Social Club0.3 km
- Sports & Social Club0.3 km
- Caigers Green0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SO311BS · Data under Open Government Licence