Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

GARFIELD CLOSE, SO32 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARFIELD CLOSE, SO32 1AQ.

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Population

371

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 47,100 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO32 1AQ 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.

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8/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

SO32 1AQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £342k, 86% 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SO32 1AQ is a sought-after residential area on Garfield Close, 0.3km from Northbrook 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 1AQ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £342k. 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 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00117987 (shared with 36 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 1AQ. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%
Asian / British Asian2.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 329,000

4 sales · Mean £ 331,250

Terraced

£ 336,250

2 sales · Mean £ 336,250

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

SO32 1AQ has low crime rates — 31 incidents 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 offences37
Shoplifting11
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order7

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)0.5 km
  • James Irwin Home0.6 km
  • Newtown Newsmart0.8 km
  • Stainers Bakery And Tea Room0.4 km
  • Hoxton Bakehouse0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Barleycorn Inn0.5 km
  • The Bunch Of Grapes0.3 km
  • Priory Inn0.7 km
  • The Crown Inn0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa0.4 km
  • Just In Case And Anvil Coffee Shop0.4 km
  • Banks Bar And Bistro0.3 km
  • Cornflower Sky0.4 km
  • The Waltham Tandoori0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Pauls Plaice0.4 km
  • Silver River Takeaway0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Fairlawn Bed And Breakfast0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Botley5.6 km
  • Hedge End6.8 km
  • Eastleigh9.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Garfield Road0.1 km
  • Garfield Road0.1 km
  • Free Street - del nov230.3 km
  • Free Street0.3 km
  • Colville Drive0.3 km