SO21 1BU is a safe, established residential area located 1.3km from Itchen Abbas in Winchester. Administratively it sits within Alresford and Itchen Valley ward and the Winchester constituency.
For families considering a move, SO21 1BU represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SO21 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00118064 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SO21 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SO21 1BU.
357
46
£ 62,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO21 1BU 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 46, SO21 1BU 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 1BU. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
SO21 1BU has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. 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 Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winchester7.3 km
- Micheldever9.2 km
- Shawford11.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO211BU · Data under Open Government Licence