Postcode Analysis Eastleigh, South East

DODWELL LANE, SO31 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DODWELL LANE, SO31 1AQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

292

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 53,600 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO31 1AQ 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SO31 1AQ spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £408k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SO31 1AQ is a safe, established residential area on Dodwell Lane, 0.1km from Oak Hill in Bursledon. Administratively it sits within Bursledon & Hound North ward and the Eastleigh constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO31, SO31 1AQ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £408k.

Census 2021 statistics for SO31 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00181847 (shared with 15 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 SO31 1AQ. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.2%
Asian / British Asian6.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 410,000

1 sales · Mean £ 410,000

Semi-Detached

£ 406,000

3 sales · Mean £ 382,000

Terraced

£ 382,000

1 sales · Mean £ 382,000

Flat

£ 164,000

1 sales · Mean £ 164,000

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

SO31 1AQ has low crime rates — 19 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 offences19
Public order6
Other theft5
Other crime5
Anti-social behaviour3

school Local Schools

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Bursledon Junior School(CA)

Good337 pupils0.5 km
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Bursledon Church of England Infant School

Good238 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Park Kiosk0.6 km
  • LOWFORD BALTI0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • ONE STOP COMMUNITY STORE0.5 km
  • YO! TO GO0.9 km
  • Bradley Fish Ltd0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • THE LINDEN TREE0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • THE COFFEE SHOP0.7 km
  • Seahorse Bistro0.8 km
  • Alexanda's0.8 km
  • FEEBZ CAFE0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • TESCO0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bursledon1.0 km
  • Hamble2.7 km
  • Netley3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Dodwell Lane0.2 km
  • Dodwell Lane0.2 km
  • Redcroft Lane0.3 km
  • Redcroft Lane0.3 km