Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

SO32 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO32 1AF.

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Population

362

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 47,100 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO32 1AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO32 1AF's low deprivation rank, 67% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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

SO32 1AF is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Bishop's Waltham in Bishop's Waltham. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Waltham ward and the Meon Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO32, SO32 1AF offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 54 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 67% 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 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SO32 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00117975 (shared with 120 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 SO32 1AF. The average age is 54.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

SO32 1AF has low crime rates — 44 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.

Violence and sexual offences55
Anti-social behaviour17
Shoplifting14
Other theft10
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Bishops Waltham Infant School

Outstanding213 pupils0.7 km
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Bishop's Waltham Junior School

Good267 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Anyfish (Atkinson Fresh Fish)0.1 km
  • James Irwin Home0.4 km
  • Newtown Newsmart0.8 km
  • Stainers Bakery And Tea Room0.1 km
  • Hoxton Bakehouse0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Barleycorn Inn0.1 km
  • The Bunch Of Grapes0.2 km
  • Priory Inn0.6 km
  • The Crown Inn0.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa0.1 km
  • Just In Case And Anvil Coffee Shop0.2 km
  • Banks Bar And Bistro0.2 km
  • Cornflower Sky0.5 km
  • The Waltham Tandoori0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Pauls Plaice0.2 km
  • Silver River Takeaway0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Fairlawn Bed And Breakfast0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Botley5.2 km
  • Hedge End6.5 km
  • Swanwick9.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Square0.0 km
  • Petrol Station0.2 km
  • Petrol Station0.2 km
  • Botley Road0.2 km
  • Botley Road0.3 km