SO32 1AW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Middlebrook, 0.1km from Bishop's Waltham in Bishop's Waltham. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Waltham ward and the Meon Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, SO32 1AW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k, up 177.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SO32 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00117990 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MIDDLEBROOK, SO32 1AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MIDDLEBROOK, SO32 1AW.
196
56
£ 47,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO32 1AW 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
SO32 1AW is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 76% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 177.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO32 1AW. The average age is 55.8. 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
Terraced
£ 340,000
7 sales · Mean £ 343,135
Flat
£ 157,000
2 sales · Mean £ 157,000
Semi-Detached
£ 340,000
1 sales · Mean £ 340,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO32 1AW has low crime rates — 34 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
Bishops Waltham Infant School
Bishop's Waltham Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Anyfish (Atkinson Fresh Fish)0.3 km
- James Irwin Home0.5 km
- Newtown Newsmart0.8 km
- Stainers Bakery And Tea Room0.3 km
- Hoxton Bakehouse0.2 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Barleycorn Inn0.3 km
- The Bunch Of Grapes0.2 km
- Priory Inn0.6 km
- The Crown Inn0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Costa0.3 km
- Just In Case And Anvil Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Banks Bar And Bistro0.1 km
- Cornflower Sky0.3 km
- The Waltham Tandoori0.3 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Pauls Plaice0.2 km
- Silver River Takeaway0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fairlawn Bed And Breakfast0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Botley5.5 km
- Hedge End6.7 km
- Swanwick9.7 km
Bus Stops
- Garfield Road0.0 km
- Garfield Road0.1 km
- North Pond0.3 km
- North Pond0.3 km
- Colville Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO321AW · Data under Open Government Licence