Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

CHESIL STREET, SO23 0AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESIL STREET, SO23 0AH.

check_circle Link copied to clipboard!
groups
Population

308

cake
Avg Age

50

payments
Avg Income

£ 43,300 /yr

work
Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

infoHow calculated?

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

lightbulb

Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

shieldSafety
1/10
family_restroomFamily
1/10
favoriteHealth
6/10
workEmployment
2/10
diversity_3Diversity
8/10
paymentsAffluence
5/10
directions_transitTransit
10/10
homeHome Ownership
1/10
trending_upInvestment
1/10
psychology

Area Character

SO23 0AH has a significant social housing presence — 70% 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.

home £296,250 median price shield Safety 1/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SO23 0AH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Chesil Street, 0.2km from The Soke in Winchester. Administratively it sits within St Michael ward and the Winchester constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SO23 0AH is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £296k.

Census 2021 statistics for SO23 0AH are sourced from Output Area E00118171 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

mapGeographic Location

Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO23 0AH. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 3%
lightbulb

Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 333,125

4 sales · Mean £ 335,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SO23 0AH has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences116
Public order27
Drugs22
Anti-social behaviour21
Criminal damage and arson14

school Local Schools

P

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Good188 pupils0.2 km
P

Winnall Primary School

Good175 pupils0.8 km
P

St Bede Church of England Primary School

Outstanding404 pupils1.0 km
P

St Faith's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding150 pupils1.3 km
A

Osborne School

Outstanding221 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

shopping_bag

Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Bikex0.5 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Holland And Barrett0.5 km
  • The Winchester Bakery Shop0.7 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • + 21 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Alfies0.4 km
  • Bishop On The Bridge0.5 km
  • Crown And Anchor0.4 km
  • Pitcher And Piano0.3 km
  • The Eclipse Inn0.7 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

63 nearby
  • Autumn House0.7 km
  • Bento Factory0.8 km
  • Cafe Monde0.7 km
  • Chococo0.5 km
  • Gandhi Indian Restaurant0.4 km
  • + 58 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Subway0.4 km
  • Whody Also Trading As Wings&Shakes0.4 km
  • Catch Fish And Chips0.7 km
  • La Gastronomia0.2 km
  • Marse0.6 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Black Hole0.2 km
  • Travelodge Hotels Ltd0.6 km
local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Iceland Foods Plc0.6 km
  • Marks And Spencers Including Cafe0.6 km
  • River Mini Market0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Winchester1.4 km
  • Shawford4.4 km
  • Chandlers Ford10.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Chesil Car Park0.0 km
  • Chesil Lodge0.0 km
  • Chesil Car Park0.0 km
  • Chesil Lodge0.1 km
  • Chesil Theatre0.1 km