Postcode Analysis Eastleigh, South East

MERDON AVENUE, SO53 1EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERDON AVENUE, SO53 1EJ.

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Population

261

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 68,800 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO53 1EJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO53 1EJ's low deprivation rank, 78% ownership, and £650k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

SO53 1EJ is a sought-after residential area on Merdon Avenue, 0.5km from Chandler's Ford in Chandler's Ford. Administratively it sits within Hiltingbury ward and the Winchester constituency.

For serious buyers, SO53 1EJ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 78% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £650k. 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 SO53 1EJ are sourced from Output Area E00115412 (shared with 33 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 SO53 1EJ. The average age is 53.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 650,000

2 sales · Mean £ 650,000

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

SO53 1EJ has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting21
Violence and sexual offences18
Burglary4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Merdon Junior School

Good253 pupils0.0 km
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Chandler's Ford Infant School

Good177 pupils0.6 km
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Fryern Junior School

Good324 pupils0.7 km
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Fryern Infant School

Good154 pupils0.7 km
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Scantabout Primary School

Good220 pupils0.7 km
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Thornden School

Good1488 pupils0.9 km
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Lakeside School

Outstanding89 pupils0.9 km
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St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford

Good190 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • HILTINGBURY STORES0.7 km
  • JUST ROLLS LTD0.2 km
  • LAXMINEWS LTD0.9 km
  • PureSk1n0.6 km
  • SARAH HUSE BEAUTY0.6 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • WAFFLES & CREAM0.2 km
  • BAY LEAVES LARDER1.0 km
  • CLAY GARDEN0.7 km
  • COSTA COFFEE0.3 km
  • Masala Lounge0.2 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • KINGS COURT CENTRE LTD0.4 km
  • THE KING RUFUS0.2 km
  • HALFWAY INN0.3 km
  • Monks Brook0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • WAITROSE0.4 km
  • CO-OP0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.4 km
  • Davids Fish Bar0.3 km
  • MANDARIN GARDEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.3 km
  • ROCCOS PIZZA0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chandlers Ford1.1 km
  • Eastleigh2.9 km
  • Southampton Airport Parkway4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Kingsway0.1 km
  • Kingsway0.1 km
  • Kendal Close0.2 km
  • Kendal Close0.2 km
  • Peverells Wood Avenue0.3 km