Postcode Analysis Eastleigh, South East

FREEGROUNDS AVENUE, SO30 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FREEGROUNDS AVENUE, SO30 0BJ.

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Population

306

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO30 0BJ combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£243k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £243k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 30.4% year-on-year.

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

SO30 0BJ is a sought-after residential area on Freegrounds Avenue, 0.2km from Hedge End in Hedge End. Administratively it sits within Hedge End South ward and the Eastleigh constituency.

For serious buyers, SO30 0BJ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £243k, down 30.4% 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 SO30 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00115375 (shared with 23 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 SO30 0BJ. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.2%
Asian / British Asian6.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
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

Flat

£ 197,500

8 sales · Mean £ 195,125

Terraced

£ 287,500

6 sales · Mean £ 280,416

Semi-Detached

£ 242,000

2 sales · Mean £ 242,000

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

SO30 0BJ has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting76
Violence and sexual offences38
Public order15
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Freegrounds Infant School

Good247 pupils0.5 km
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Freegrounds Junior School

Good362 pupils0.5 km
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Kings Copse Primary School

Good205 pupils0.8 km
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Shamblehurst Primary School

Good481 pupils0.9 km
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Wildern School

Requires Improvement1955 pupils0.9 km
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Berrywood Primary School

Good624 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • COSTA COFFEE0.2 km
  • KINGS COMMUNITY CHURCH - JUNCTION CAFE0.9 km
  • Starbucks0.9 km
  • COSTA COFFEE @ NEXT0.9 km
  • GREGGS0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • CO-OP0.2 km
  • THE CO-OPERATIVE GROUP0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.2 km
  • HONG KONG GARDEN0.2 km
  • Mr PIZZA0.2 km
  • WOK HARD0.2 km
  • CHINA TOWN0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • CIGGYJUICE LTD0.1 km
  • HEDGE END POST OFFICE0.2 km
  • Next Retail Plc0.9 km
  • D R FOGG LTD0.2 km
  • H J EVERETT0.2 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • COOP MICROBAR0.2 km
  • Hedge End Club Ltd0.4 km
  • THE BARLEYCORN0.2 km
  • THE BERRY THEATRE0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hedge End1.8 km
  • Botley3.1 km
  • Bursledon3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Hedge End Village Hall0.1 km
  • Village Centre0.1 km
  • The Barleycorn0.2 km
  • The Barleycorn0.2 km
  • Village Centre0.2 km