SO31 1BW is a sought-after residential area on Botley Road, 0.1km from Swanwick in Whiteley. Administratively it sits within Sarisbury ward and the Fareham constituency.
For serious buyers, SO31 1BW is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 84% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £905k. 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 SO31 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00115736 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOTLEY ROAD, SO31 1BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOTLEY ROAD, SO31 1BW.
532
39
£ 69,500 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO31 1BW 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO31 1BW's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £905k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £905k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO31 1BW. The average age is 38.8. 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
Detached
£ 905,000
3 sales · Mean £ 908,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO31 1BW has low crime rates — 8 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
Whiteley Primary School
Sarisbury Church of England Junior School
Park Gate Primary School
LWS Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- H J Everett0.3 km
- Sheila Hurst Florist1.0 km
- Everett Pharmacy Ltd1.0 km
- Kards & Kapers1.0 km
- Southern Co-Operative0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Park Gate Tandoori0.9 km
- Tasty Grill1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Asia Kitchen0.8 km
- Domino'S Pizza1.0 km
- Salt And Vinegar0.8 km
- Fish & Chips @270.9 km
- Indian Summer1.0 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Elm Tree Inn0.6 km
- Sarisbury Green Social Club0.9 km
- The Gate0.9 km
- Locks Heath Working Mens Club0.9 km
- The Village Inn0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swanwick0.7 km
- Bursledon2.5 km
- Botley4.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Elm Tree0.1 km
- The Elm Tree0.2 km
- Rookery Avenue0.3 km
- Yew Tree Drive0.3 km
- Rookery Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO311BW · Data under Open Government Licence