Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

SO52 9EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO52 9EH.

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Population

228

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO52 9EH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 73% of tenure in SO52 9EH — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

SO52 9EH is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from North Baddesley in North Baddesley. Administratively it sits within North Baddesley ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SO52 9EH is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SO52 9EH are sourced from Output Area E00117847 (shared with 14 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 9EH. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.9%
Asian / British Asian6.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

SO52 9EH has low crime rates — 30 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 offences47
Shoplifting13
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson11
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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North Baddesley Junior School

Good335 pupils0.2 km
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North Baddesley Infant School

Good248 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bella Vita0.3 km
  • Beadle's0.1 km
  • Water Margin0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Chunkys0.1 km
  • Pipasa Balti Indian Takeaway0.1 km
  • Sheung Moon0.1 km
  • Hong Kong Takeaway0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Baddesley Service Station0.3 km
  • Chez Gerrard0.1 km
  • Fleming Stores Ltd Trading As Premier0.1 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Coop0.1 km
  • The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Bedes Lea0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chandlers Ford3.8 km
  • Romsey4.2 km
  • Swaythling5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Edwina Close0.0 km
  • Avenue Shops0.1 km
  • Avenue Shops0.1 km
  • The Vineyards0.2 km
  • Infant School0.2 km