SO30 0AQ is a sought-after residential area on Watson Court, 0.9km from Hedge End in Hedge End. Administratively it sits within Hedge End South ward and the Eastleigh constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO30, SO30 0AQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k, up 13.8% 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 SO30 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00115378 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WATSON COURT, SO30 0AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATSON COURT, SO30 0AQ.
532
40
£ 54,000 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO30 0AQ's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £325k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 13.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO30 0AQ. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 292,250
12 sales · Mean £ 298,708
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO30 0AQ has low crime rates — 24 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
Kings Copse Primary School
Freegrounds Infant School
Freegrounds Junior School
Shamblehurst Primary School
Wildern School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- MANOR FARM COUNTRY PARK0.9 km
- CIGGYJUICE LTD0.8 km
- HEDGE END POST OFFICE0.9 km
- D R FOGG LTD0.9 km
- H J EVERETT0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.9 km
- HONG KONG GARDEN0.9 km
- Mr PIZZA0.9 km
- WOK HARD0.9 km
- CHINA TOWN0.9 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- COOP MICROBAR0.9 km
- Hedge End Club Ltd0.6 km
- THE BARLEYCORN0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- GREGGS0.9 km
- SPRING TIDES CAFE0.7 km
- HCS @ MANOR FARM COUNTRY PARK0.9 km
- COSTA COFFEE0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.5 km
- CO-OP0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hedge End2.4 km
- Bursledon2.6 km
- Botley3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Rosemary Gardens0.2 km
- Rosemary Gardens0.2 km
- Cranbourne Park0.2 km
- Cranbourne Park0.2 km
- Freegrounds Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO300AQ · Data under Open Government Licence