Postcode Analysis Eastleigh, South East

HOBB LANE, SO30 0GG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOBB LANE, SO30 0GG.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

43%

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.

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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO30 0GG's low deprivation rank, 98% ownership, and £425k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £425k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 29.9% year-on-year.

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

SO30 0GG is a sought-after residential area on Hobb Lane, 0.6km from Hedge End in Hedge End. Administratively it sits within Hedge End South ward and the Eastleigh constituency.

For serious buyers, SO30 0GG is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 98% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k, up 29.9% 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 SO30 0GG are sourced from Output Area E00115362 (shared with 18 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 0GG. The average age is 51.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 401,500

16 sales · Mean £ 455,125

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

SO30 0GG has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences24
Other theft7
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order5
Shoplifting5

school Local Schools

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Freegrounds Junior School

Good362 pupils0.0 km
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Freegrounds Infant School

Good247 pupils0.0 km
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Kings Copse Primary School

Good205 pupils0.7 km
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Shamblehurst Primary School

Good481 pupils1.1 km
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Wildern School

Requires Improvement1955 pupils1.1 km
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Berrywood Primary School

Good624 pupils1.3 km
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Deer Park School

124 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • COSTA COFFEE0.7 km
  • GREGGS0.6 km
  • SPRING TIDES CAFE0.6 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • CO-OP0.5 km
  • THE CO-OPERATIVE GROUP0.6 km
  • Tesco Express1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • HEDGE END BOWLING CLUB0.9 km
  • COOP MICROBAR0.6 km
  • Hedge End Club Ltd0.8 km
  • THE BARLEYCORN0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.6 km
  • HONG KONG GARDEN0.5 km
  • Mr PIZZA0.6 km
  • WOK HARD0.6 km
  • CHINA TOWN0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • CIGGYJUICE LTD0.5 km
  • HEDGE END POST OFFICE0.6 km
  • D R FOGG LTD0.6 km
  • H J EVERETT0.6 km
  • PRIME TIME0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • BOTLEIGH GRANGE HOTEL AND SPA0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hedge End1.7 km
  • Botley2.6 km
  • Bursledon3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Mapleton Road0.1 km
  • Mapleton Road0.2 km
  • Poplar Way0.2 km
  • Poplar Way0.2 km
  • Sherborne Way0.2 km