Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

ROWNHAMS LANE, SO52 9LU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROWNHAMS LANE, SO52 9LU.

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Population

473

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Avg Age

44

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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 9LU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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6/10
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7/10
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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO52 9LU's low deprivation rank, 67% ownership, and £514k 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 up 83.1% year-on-year.

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

SO52 9LU is a sought-after residential area on Rownhams Lane, 0.7km from North Baddesley 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 9LU offers an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 67% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £514k, up 83.1% 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 9LU are sourced from Output Area E00117848 (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 9LU. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.7%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 514,250

12 sales · Mean £ 522,379

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

SO52 9LU has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences41
Other theft11
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson9
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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North Baddesley Junior School

Good335 pupils0.7 km
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North Baddesley Infant School

Good248 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bella Vita0.8 km
  • Beadle's0.6 km
  • Water Margin0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Chunkys0.6 km
  • Pipasa Balti Indian Takeaway0.6 km
  • Hong Kong Takeaway0.2 km
  • Sheung Moon0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Bedes Lea0.3 km
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Supermarkets

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

3 nearby
  • Baddesley Service Station0.6 km
  • Chez Gerrard0.7 km
  • Fleming Stores Ltd Trading As Premier0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Romsey3.8 km
  • Chandlers Ford4.4 km
  • Swaythling6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Bedes Lea0.1 km
  • St Christophers Close0.1 km
  • St Christophers Close0.1 km
  • Bedes Lea0.2 km
  • Brook Close0.2 km