SO50 4BU is a well-regarded residential area located 0.6km from Boyatt Wood in Eastleigh. Administratively it sits within Eastleigh North ward and the Eastleigh constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO50, SO50 4BU offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 SO50 4BU are sourced from Output Area E00115245 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO50 4BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO50 4BU.
262
43
£ 49,600 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO50 4BU's low deprivation rank, 83% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO50 4BU. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SO50 4BU is moderate at 59 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
Crestwood Community School
Shakespeare Infant School
Shakespeare Junior School
The Crescent Primary School
The Toynbee School
The Bridge Education Centre
St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford
Norwood Primary & Pre-School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Eastleigh Railway Institute1.0 km
- ENERGY YOUTH CENTRE0.9 km
- THE ARROW0.3 km
- THE GOOD COMPANIONS (THG)0.8 km
- FLEMING PARK BOWLING0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- GOOD LUCK TAKE AWAY0.9 km
- Star Balti House0.3 km
- Top Chef0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- COSTA COFFEE0.5 km
- OPCC AND HIWFRS - EASTLEIGH0.7 km
- PLACES LEISURE EASTLEIGH1.0 km
- THE GATEWAY0.8 km
- Badi Mirchi0.6 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- 1:1 DIET WITH RACHEL C!0.6 km
- BOYATT NEWS0.3 km
- Home Bargains0.5 km
- LORRAINE WESTALL - SLIMMING WORLD0.4 km
- Spaniard Flavour0.5 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- HOLIDAY INN0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Eastleigh1.2 km
- Chandlers Ford1.7 km
- Southampton Airport Parkway2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Whyteways0.2 km
- Whyteways0.2 km
- Selborne Drive0.4 km
- Selborne Drive0.4 km
- Launceston Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO504BU · Data under Open Government Licence