SO51 0AU is a safe, established residential area on Hooper Drive, 0.9km from Cupernham in Romsey. Administratively it sits within Romsey Cupernham ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.
For families considering a move, SO51 0AU represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £477k.
Census 2021 statistics for SO51 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00190546 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOOPER DRIVE, SO51 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOOPER DRIVE, SO51 0AU.
360
35
£ 58,300 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO51 0AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SO51 0AU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £477k, 61% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO51 0AU. The average age is 34.7. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 500,000
5 sales · Mean £ 502,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO51 0AU has low crime rates — 32 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.
school Local Schools
Cupernham Junior School
Cupernham Infant School
Romsey Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Richmond Lane Guest House1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Adore Cafe0.5 km
- The Kitchen Cafe0.4 km
- I Wanna Be...Role Play Village Ltd0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.6 km
- The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Dawat0.5 km
- Gramo Fish And Chips0.6 km
- Jade House0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Lemon And Jinja0.5 km
- The Brazen Butchers Ltd0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Romsey1.9 km
- Mottisfont & Dunbridge5.6 km
- Chandlers Ford7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Hooper Drive0.1 km
- Hooper Drive0.1 km
- Chivers Road0.2 km
- Chivers Road0.2 km
- Ambrose Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO510AU · Data under Open Government Licence