SO21 1DL is a sought-after residential area on Hazel Close, 0.4km from Colden Common in Colden Common. Administratively it sits within Colden Common and Twyford ward and the Winchester constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SO21 1DL is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £566k, up 37.1% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SO21 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00118014 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAZEL CLOSE, SO21 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAZEL CLOSE, SO21 1DL.
279
48
£ 57,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO21 1DL 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
SO21 1DL has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 37.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO21 1DL. The average age is 48.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 510,000
7 sales · Mean £ 513,107
Terraced
£ 400,000
2 sales · Mean £ 400,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO21 1DL has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Colden Common Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Mayflower0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Colden Common Community Centre0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shawford3.0 km
- Eastleigh3.9 km
- Chandlers Ford5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Avondale Park Homes0.2 km
- Avondale Park Homes0.2 km
- Main Road0.3 km
- Main Road0.3 km
- Vears Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO211DL · Data under Open Government Licence