SO52 9DR is a sought-after residential area on Baddesley Close, 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 9DR offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 73% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £407k, down 12.8% 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 9DR are sourced from Output Area E00117841 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BADDESLEY CLOSE, SO52 9DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BADDESLEY CLOSE, SO52 9DR.
423
37
£ 52,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO52 9DR combines high owner-occupation (73%), strong property values (£407k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 12.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO52 9DR. The average age is 37.5. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 325,000
12 sales · Mean £ 323,208
Terraced
£ 312,500
3 sales · Mean £ 291,665
Detached
£ 510,000
9 sales · Mean £ 507,083
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SO52 9DR has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
North Baddesley Junior School
North Baddesley Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chunkys0.8 km
- Pipasa Balti Indian Takeaway0.8 km
- Sheung Moon0.7 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.8 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Baddesley Service Station0.5 km
- Chez Gerrard0.8 km
- Fleming Stores Ltd Trading As Premier0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Beadle's0.8 km
- Water Margin0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Coop0.7 km
- The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Bedes Lea0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Romsey3.5 km
- Chandlers Ford4.3 km
- Swaythling6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Firgrove Road0.4 km
- Firgrove Road0.4 km
- St Andrews Close0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SO529DR · Data under Open Government Licence