Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

NURSLING INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SO16 0AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NURSLING INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SO16 0AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

342

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 61,400 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO16 0AF 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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9/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Average age 59, 78% owned. SO16 0AF is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

SO16 0AF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Nursling Industrial Estate, 1.1km from Nursling in Test Valley. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

The people who live in SO16 0AF are typical of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 59 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SO16 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00117746 (shared with 51 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 SO16 0AF. The average age is 59.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 24%
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.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SO16 0AF has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Nursling Church of England Primary School

Good185 pupils1.0 km
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The Cedar School

Good90 pupils1.2 km
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Oasis Academy Lord's Hill

Requires Improvement764 pupils1.3 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.4 km
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Fairisle Infant and Nursery School

Good326 pupils1.5 km
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Fairisle Junior School

Good393 pupils1.5 km
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Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School

Good348 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Nursling And Rownhams Social Club1.0 km
  • Walnut Tree Farm0.8 km
  • The Four Horseshoes0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Parthian Climbing Southampton0.5 km
  • David Lloyd Leisure Club0.9 km
  • Atalian Servest Food Co At Tesco Distribution Centre0.2 km
  • Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Lucky Eight1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • B And Q0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redbridge2.3 km
  • Totton2.5 km
  • Millbrook (Hants)4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Canberra Road0.1 km