Is SO45 1DW a safe place to live?

Yes, SO45 1DW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 25 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SO45 1DW?

The average property price in SO45 1DW is currently around £296k.

What is the population of SO45 1DW?

The population for the SO45 1DW area is approximately 326 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis New Forest, South East

CALSHOT ROAD, SO45 1DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALSHOT ROAD, SO45 1DW.

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

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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 1DW 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

SO45 1DW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 35.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SO45 1DW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Calshot Road, 0.2km from Stonehills in Holbury. Administratively it sits within Fawley, Blackfield and Langley ward and the New Forest East constituency.

For families considering a move, SO45 1DW represents 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £296k, up 35.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SO45 1DW 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 1DW. 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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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 165,000

1 sales · Mean £ 165,000

Detached

£ 441,000

2 sales · Mean £ 441,000

Terraced

£ 239,950

1 sales · Mean £ 239,950

Semi-Detached

£ 270,000

1 sales · Mean £ 270,000

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

SO45 1DW has low crime rates — 25 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 offences15

Public order4

Anti-social behaviour3

Criminal damage and arson3

Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

Fawley Infant School

Good58 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

WALCOT HOUSE1.0 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

FALCON INN0.2 km
JOLLY SAILOR0.6 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

ALAM SPICE0.2 km
EVERGREEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.2 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

EUREST0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hamble5.3 km
Netley5.5 km
Bursledon7.1 km

Bus Stops

The Square0.2 km
The Square0.2 km
Linda Road0.3 km
Linda Road0.3 km
Stonehills0.4 km