SO18 5PA is a safe, established residential area on Yeovil Chase, 0.6km from Harefield in Southampton. Administratively it sits within Harefield ward and the Southampton, Itchen constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k, down 6.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SO18 5PA are sourced from Output Area E00086873 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YEOVIL CHASE, SO18 5PA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YEOVIL CHASE, SO18 5PA.
372
39
£ 43,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO18 5PA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 39, SO18 5PA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 6.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO18 5PA. The average age is 39.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 275,000
2 sales · Mean £ 275,000
Terraced
£ 280,000
2 sales · Mean £ 280,000
Detached
£ 255,000
2 sales · Mean £ 255,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO18 5PA has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harefield Primary School
Woodlands Community College
Moorlands Primary School
Glenfield Infant School
Thornhill Primary School
Bitterne CE Primary School
Townhill Infant School
Springwell School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Humble Plum0.6 km
- The Red Lion1.0 km
- The Bittern1.0 km
- Bitterne Conservative Club0.6 km
- Fox & Hounds0.7 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Rontec Thornhill1.0 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Co-Operative Thornhill Service Station1.0 km
- Iceland1.0 km
- Tesco Express0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Eastern Nights1.0 km
- Grill On The Hill0.9 km
- Mystery Take Away1.0 km
- The Victory0.9 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Licenced to Grill1.0 km
- The Coffee Shop Cafe0.5 km
- Evelyn's Tea House0.8 km
- Harefield Fish Bar0.4 km
- Tony's Cafe and Restaurant0.9 km
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Lalys Butchers1.0 km
- Three Diamonds0.8 km
- Alpine News and Food1.0 km
- Bitterne Post Office0.9 km
- Bitterne United Reformed Church1.0 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Exeter Grange0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bitterne2.1 km
- Sholing2.8 km
- St Denys2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Burnham Chase0.2 km
- St Francis Avenue0.3 km
- Burnham Chase0.3 km
- St Francis Avenue0.3 km
- Balaclava Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO185PA · Data under Open Government Licence