SO21 2DS is a sought-after residential area on Poles Lane, 0.3km from Otterbourne in Otterbourne. 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 2DS offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 96% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £788k, up 12.4% 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 2DS are sourced from Output Area E00118035 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
POLES LANE, SO21 2DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POLES LANE, SO21 2DS.
318
43
£ 57,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO21 2DS 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
SO21 2DS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £788k, 96% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £788k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 12.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO21 2DS. The average age is 43.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 905,000
6 sales · Mean £ 865,333
Semi-Detached
£ 520,000
3 sales · Mean £ 503,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SO21 2DS has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Otterbourne Church of England Primary School
Shepherds Down Special School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The White Horse0.7 km
- Old Forge Restaurant0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- So Catering0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Nisa0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shawford1.7 km
- Chandlers Ford4.2 km
- Eastleigh4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Oakwood Avenue0.1 km
- Oakwood Avenue0.2 km
- Sparrowgrove0.3 km
- Sparrowgrove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO212DS · Data under Open Government Licence