SO32 1AP is a sought-after residential area on Priory Close, 0.5km from Newtown in Bishop's Waltham. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Waltham ward and the Meon Valley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO32, SO32 1AP offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 73% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £247k. 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 SO32 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00117982 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRIORY CLOSE, SO32 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORY CLOSE, SO32 1AP.
305
48
£ 47,100 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO32 1AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SO32 1AP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £247k, 73% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO32 1AP. The average age is 47.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 275,000
5 sales · Mean £ 277,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO32 1AP has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bishops Waltham Infant School
Bishop's Waltham Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Anyfish (Atkinson Fresh Fish)0.6 km
- James Irwin Home0.2 km
- Newtown Newsmart0.2 km
- Stainers Bakery And Tea Room0.6 km
- Tangier Farm0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Barleycorn Inn0.7 km
- The Bunch Of Grapes0.7 km
- Priory Inn0.0 km
- The Crown Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Costa0.6 km
- Just In Case And Anvil Coffee Shop0.8 km
- Banks Bar And Bistro0.7 km
- Cornflower Sky0.9 km
- The Waltham Tandoori0.9 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.0 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Pauls Plaice0.7 km
- Silver River Takeaway0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fairlawn Bed And Breakfast0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Botley5.0 km
- Hedge End6.1 km
- Eastleigh9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Priory Court0.1 km
- Claylands Road0.1 km
- Pondside Lane0.2 km
- The Avenue0.2 km
- North Pond0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO321AP · Data under Open Government Licence