SO20 6BU is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Chilbolton Down in Test Valley. Administratively it sits within Harewood ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for SO20 6BU are sourced from Output Area E00117709 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO20 6BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO20 6BU.
156
47
£ 62,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO20 6BU 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 47, SO20 6BU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO20 6BU. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winchester9.5 km
- Andover10.7 km
- Micheldever12.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO206BU · Data under Open Government Licence