SO32 1DN is a sought-after residential area on Martin Street, 0.6km from Bishop's Waltham in Bishop's Waltham. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Waltham ward and the Meon Valley constituency.
For serious buyers, SO32 1DN is 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. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 73% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £550k. 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 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00117982 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARTIN STREET, SO32 1DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARTIN STREET, SO32 1DN.
305
48
£ 47,100 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO32 1DN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO32 1DN's low deprivation rank, 73% ownership, and £550k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO32 1DN. The average age is 47.7. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 587,500
2 sales · Mean £ 587,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO32 1DN has low crime rates — 26 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.
school Local Schools
Bishops Waltham Infant School
Bishop's Waltham Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Anyfish (Atkinson Fresh Fish)0.6 km
- James Irwin Home0.2 km
- Newtown Newsmart0.3 km
- Stainers Bakery And Tea Room0.5 km
- Tangier Farm0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Barleycorn Inn0.6 km
- The Bunch Of Grapes0.7 km
- Priory Inn0.2 km
- The Crown Inn0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Costa0.5 km
- Just In Case And Anvil Coffee Shop0.7 km
- Banks Bar And Bistro0.6 km
- Cornflower Sky0.9 km
- The Waltham Tandoori0.8 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Pauls Plaice0.6 km
- Silver River Takeaway0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fairlawn Bed And Breakfast0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Botley4.9 km
- Hedge End6.1 km
- Swanwick9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Pondside Lane0.2 km
- Priory Court0.2 km
- Claylands Road0.3 km
- Petrol Station0.4 km
- Petrol Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO321DN · Data under Open Government Licence