SO18 3PU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Welland Gardens, 0.7km from Townhill Park in West End (Eastleigh). Administratively it sits within West End South ward and the Eastleigh constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £428k, up 2.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SO18 3PU are sourced from Output Area E00115469 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WELLAND GARDENS, SO18 3PU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLAND GARDENS, SO18 3PU.
215
50
£ 48,700 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO18 3PU 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 50, SO18 3PU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £428k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 2.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO18 3PU. The average age is 49.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 415,000
6 sales · Mean £ 400,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO18 3PU has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Townhill Junior School
Townhill Infant School
Moorlands Primary School
Harefield Primary School
Woodlands Community College
Bitterne Park School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- THE MASTER BUILDER0.3 km
- TWO BROTHERS0.3 km
- West End Brewery1.0 km
- The White Swan0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Haskins Garden Centre0.9 km
- Licenced to Grill0.7 km
- JEWELS0.3 km
- The Hatch1.0 km
- Cupcake Toppers Ltd0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- ASDA1.0 km
- CO-OPERATIVE0.4 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Spice Garden1.0 km
- THE PEONY1.0 km
- West End Kebab & Pizza Place1.0 km
- Full House Takeaway1.0 km
- CHIP STOP0.4 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Leons Fruit and Veg0.6 km
- LLOYDS CHEMIST0.3 km
- WEST END P O STORES1.0 km
- Londis0.6 km
- T And G News1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Exeter Grange0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swaythling2.3 km
- Southampton Airport Parkway2.5 km
- Bitterne2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Barnsland0.2 km
- Barnsland0.3 km
- Harbourne Gardens0.3 km
- Allington Lane Roundabout0.3 km
- Allington Lane Roundabout0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO183PU · Data under Open Government Licence