Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

WADES CRESCENT, SO16 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WADES CRESCENT, SO16 0BL.

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Population

609

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 61,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO16 0BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

SO16 0BL is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £338k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

SO16 0BL is a safe, established residential area on Wades Crescent, 0.5km from Nursling in Test Valley. Administratively it sits within Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

For families considering a move, SO16 0BL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £338k.

Census 2021 statistics for SO16 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00117734 (shared with 23 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 0BL. The average age is 36.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian4.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 310,500

10 sales · Mean £ 312,250

Detached

£ 403,000

8 sales · Mean £ 390,750

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

SO16 0BL has low crime rates — 46 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.

Shoplifting38
Violence and sexual offences37
Anti-social behaviour11
Other theft9
Possession of weapons4

school Local Schools

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The Cedar School

Good90 pupils0.3 km
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Oasis Academy Lord's Hill

Requires Improvement764 pupils0.4 km
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Nursling Church of England Primary School

Good185 pupils0.5 km
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Fairisle Infant and Nursery School

Good326 pupils0.6 km
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Fairisle Junior School

Good393 pupils0.6 km
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Rownhams St John's Church of England Primary School

Good321 pupils0.9 km
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Compass School

Good35 pupils1.0 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Nursling And Rownhams Social Club0.5 km
  • Balmoral Inn0.5 km
  • Walnut Tree Farm0.6 km
  • The Four Horseshoes0.9 km
  • The Horns Inn0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Sammy's Cakes and Grill0.8 km
  • Parthian Climbing Southampton0.4 km
  • Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd0.6 km
  • David Lloyd Leisure Club0.6 km
  • Lordshill Community Association0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Lucky Eight0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redbridge2.4 km
  • Totton2.8 km
  • Millbrook (Hants)3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bakers Drove0.4 km
  • Bakers Drove0.4 km
  • Oasis Academy0.5 km
  • Guernsey Close0.5 km
  • Oasis Academy0.5 km