Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

KNIGHTS MEADOW, SO52 9AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNIGHTS MEADOW, SO52 9AF.

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Population

537

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /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: SO52 9AF 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO52 9AF's low deprivation rank, 79% ownership, and £342k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 33.6% year-on-year.

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

SO52 9AF is a sought-after residential area on Knights Meadow, 0.1km from Nutburn in North Baddesley. Administratively it sits within North Baddesley ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO52, SO52 9AF offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £342k, down 33.6% year-on-year. 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 SO52 9AF are sourced from Output Area E00117838 (shared with 35 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 SO52 9AF. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.8%
Asian / British Asian2.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 144,000

3 sales · Mean £ 156,000

Detached

£ 452,500

10 sales · Mean £ 454,250

Semi-Detached

£ 310,750

2 sales · Mean £ 310,750

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

SO52 9AF has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences29
Shoplifting13
Criminal damage and arson8
Anti-social behaviour6
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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North Baddesley Infant School

Good248 pupils0.4 km
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North Baddesley Junior School

Good335 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bella Vita0.4 km
  • Beadle's0.3 km
  • Water Margin0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Chunkys0.3 km
  • Pipasa Balti Indian Takeaway0.3 km
  • Sheung Moon0.1 km
  • Hong Kong Takeaway0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Baddesley Service Station0.2 km
  • Chez Gerrard0.2 km
  • Fleming Stores Ltd Trading As Premier0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Coop0.1 km
  • The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Bedes Lea0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chandlers Ford3.7 km
  • Romsey4.1 km
  • Swaythling6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Edwina Close0.2 km
  • Firgrove Road0.3 km
  • Firgrove Road0.3 km
  • Avenue Shops0.3 km
  • Infant School0.3 km