Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

GROVE ROAD, SO21 2DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROVE ROAD, SO21 2DD.

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Population

505

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 57,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SO21 2DD 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.

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8/10
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8/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO21 2DD's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £996k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £996k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 42.9% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SO21 2DD is a sought-after residential area on Grove Road, 0.8km from Otterbourne in Compton (Winchester). Administratively it sits within Badger Farm and Oliver's Battery ward and the Winchester constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO21, SO21 2DD offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £996k, down 42.9% 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 2DD are sourced from Output Area E00118026 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO21 2DD. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.8%
Asian / British Asian8.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 552,500

4 sales · Mean £ 564,375

Detached

£ 1,150,000

9 sales · Mean £ 1,161,222

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SO21 2DD has low crime rates — 8 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.

Burglary4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Shepherds Down Special School

Good160 pupils0.5 km
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Otterbourne Church of England Primary School

Outstanding305 pupils1.3 km
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Twyford St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Good143 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • So Catering0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Nisa0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Old Forge Restaurant0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shawford1.1 km
  • Chandlers Ford4.7 km
  • Eastleigh5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Highways Road0.2 km
  • Highways Road0.2 km
  • Sparrowgrove0.3 km
  • Sparrowgrove0.3 km