Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

THE SQUARE, SO45 1DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SQUARE, SO45 1DF.

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

326

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO45 1DF 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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7/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SO45 1DF — age 51, 83% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £313k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SO45 1DF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Square, 0.0km from Fawley in Holbury. Administratively it sits within Fawley, Blackfield and Langley ward and the New Forest East constituency.

For serious buyers, SO45 1DF is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £313k.

Census 2021 statistics for SO45 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00116935 (shared with 30 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 SO45 1DF. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 317,500

6 sales · Mean £ 337,916

Flat

£ 149,000

4 sales · Mean £ 163,250

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

SO45 1DF has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson4
Anti-social behaviour3
Possession of weapons2

school Local Schools

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Fawley Infant School

Good58 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • WALCOT HOUSE0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • FALCON INN0.1 km
  • JOLLY SAILOR0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • ALAM SPICE0.1 km
  • EVERGREEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • EUREST0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamble5.2 km
  • Netley5.4 km
  • Bursledon7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • The Square0.1 km
  • The Square0.1 km
  • Linda Road0.1 km
  • Linda Road0.1 km
  • Orchard Close0.4 km