SO53 1GR is a sought-after residential area on Neilson Close, 0.4km from Cuckoo Bushes in Chandler's Ford. Administratively it sits within Chandler's Ford ward and the Winchester constituency.
For serious buyers, SO53 1GR is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £327k. 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 1GR are sourced from Output Area E00115201 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEILSON CLOSE, SO53 1GR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEILSON CLOSE, SO53 1GR.
332
47
£ 55,100 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO53 1GR 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO53 1GR combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£327k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO53 1GR. The average age is 46.6. 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: 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
£ 344,000
3 sales · Mean £ 366,666
Flat
£ 215,000
2 sales · Mean £ 215,000
Detached
£ 710,000
1 sales · Mean £ 710,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO53 1GR has low crime rates — 6 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.
school Local Schools
Chandler's Ford Infant School
Merdon Junior School
Hiltingbury Junior School
Hiltingbury Infant School
Knightwood Primary School
Fryern Junior School
Fryern Infant School
St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Chandler's Ford Central Club0.9 km
- Chandlers Ford Snooker Club0.9 km
- HALFWAY INN0.9 km
- Monks Brook0.6 km
- STORME INNS LTD - THE HILTONBURY FARMHOUSE1.0 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- BAY LEAVES LARDER1.0 km
- CHIANG-MAI THAI RESTAURANT0.9 km
- COSTA COFFEE0.9 km
- FLIP OUT SOUTHAMPTON CAFE0.9 km
- Friendly Fridays0.8 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- CO-OP0.9 km
- THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- ADORE0.6 km
- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.8 km
- Davids Fish Bar0.8 km
- JALALABAD BALTI HOUSE LTD0.9 km
- MANDARIN GARDEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.8 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.9 km
- JUST ROLLS LTD0.9 km
- LAXMINEWS LTD0.5 km
- PureSk1n0.9 km
- SARAH HUSE BEAUTY0.4 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chandlers Ford0.8 km
- Eastleigh3.5 km
- Southampton Airport Parkway4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Heathlands Road0.1 km
- Rusland Close0.2 km
- Rusland Close0.2 km
- Brownhill Road0.2 km
- Cypress Grove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO531GR · Data under Open Government Licence