SO31 1AR 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.
For families considering a move, SO31 1AR represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k, up 3.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SO31 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00181847 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DODWELL LANE, SO31 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DODWELL LANE, SO31 1AR.
292
43
£ 53,600 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO31 1AR 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SO31 1AR — age 43, 80% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO31 1AR. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 262,500
6 sales · Mean £ 267,500
Detached
£ 840,000
1 sales · Mean £ 840,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO31 1AR 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.
school Local Schools
Bursledon Junior School(CA)
Bursledon Church of England Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Park Kiosk0.6 km
- LOWFORD BALTI0.5 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- ONE STOP COMMUNITY STORE0.4 km
- YO! TO GO0.9 km
- Bradley Fish Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- THE LINDEN TREE0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Greggs0.9 km
- THE COFFEE SHOP0.6 km
- Seahorse Bistro0.8 km
- Alexanda's0.8 km
- FEEBZ CAFE0.8 km
- + 3 more
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
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Postcode Profile: SO311AR · Data under Open Government Licence