Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

LINDEN WALK, SO52 9DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINDEN WALK, SO52 9DH.

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Population

269

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO52 9DH 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO52 9DH's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £342k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £342k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

SO52 9DH is a sought-after residential area on Linden Walk, 0.2km from Scrag Hill 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 9DH offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £342k, down 0.9% 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 9DH are sourced from Output Area E00117835 (shared with 6 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 9DH. The average age is 48.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 343,000

3 sales · Mean £ 342,000

Terraced

£ 285,000

3 sales · Mean £ 292,833

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

SO52 9DH has low crime rates — 7 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 offences13
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson3
Burglary2
Bicycle theft1

school Local Schools

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North Baddesley Junior School

Good335 pupils1.0 km
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North Baddesley Infant School

Good248 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Chunkys0.8 km
  • Pipasa Balti Indian Takeaway0.8 km
  • Hong Kong Takeaway0.6 km
  • Sheung Moon0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Bedes Lea0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.6 km
  • Coop0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Baddesley Service Station0.5 km
  • Chez Gerrard0.8 km
  • Fleming Stores Ltd Trading As Premier0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Beadle's0.8 km
  • Water Margin0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Romsey3.5 km
  • Chandlers Ford4.4 km
  • Swaythling6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • St Andrews Close0.4 km
  • Crescent Road0.4 km
  • Crescent Road0.4 km
  • St Andrews Close0.4 km
  • Firgrove Road0.4 km