Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

SO40 0GN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO40 0GN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

310

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 51,300 /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: SO40 0GN 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.

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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

SO40 0GN is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

SO40 0GN is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Bearslane End in Totton. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Totton North ward and the New Forest East constituency.

Day-to-day life in SO40 0GN has the character of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SO40 0GN are sourced from Output Area E00117284 (shared with 333 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 SO40 0GN. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.8%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

SO40 0GN has low crime rates — 36 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour9
Vehicle crime9
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Calmore Infant School

Good171 pupils0.8 km
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Calmore Junior School

Good230 pupils0.8 km
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Oakfield Academy

Inadequate166 pupils0.9 km
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Testwood School

Good803 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • SAXON INN0.8 km
  • TESTWOOD0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • AFC TOTTON0.4 km
  • MO'S DINER0.2 km
  • STARBUCKS0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • NICOLE'S TAKEAWAY0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Totton2.6 km
  • Redbridge3.1 km
  • Ashurst New Forest5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Testwood Crescent0.2 km
  • Testwood Stadium0.2 km
  • Testwood Stadium0.2 km
  • Coppice Road0.3 km
  • Coppice Road0.3 km