SO21 1BH is a safe, established residential area on Avington Lane, 0.3km from Itchen Abbas in Itchen Abbas. Administratively it sits within Alresford and Itchen Valley ward and the Winchester constituency.
For families considering a move, SO21 1BH represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SO21 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00118067 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AVINGTON LANE, SO21 1BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AVINGTON LANE, SO21 1BH.
244
47
£ 62,300 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO21 1BH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 47, SO21 1BH 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 SO21 1BH. The average age is 47.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO21 1BH has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Itchen Abbas Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Plough Inn0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winchester6.4 km
- Micheldever10.1 km
- Shawford10.1 km
Bus Stops
- Village Hall0.0 km
- Village Hall0.1 km
- Old Station Road0.2 km
- Old Station Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO211BH · Data under Open Government Licence