Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

MALVERN CLOSE, SO32 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALVERN CLOSE, SO32 1AY.

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

294

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 47,100 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SO32 1AY spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. £390k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 106.2% year-on-year.

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

SO32 1AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Malvern Close, 0.2km from Bishop's Waltham in Bishop's Waltham. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Waltham ward and the Meon Valley constituency.

For serious buyers, SO32 1AY is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. 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. 74% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k, up 106.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SO32 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00117984 (shared with 16 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 SO32 1AY. The average age is 50.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 302,500

5 sales · Mean £ 325,500

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

SO32 1AY has low crime rates — 36 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.

Violence and sexual offences58
Anti-social behaviour18
Public order16
Shoplifting11
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Bishops Waltham Infant School

Outstanding213 pupils0.4 km
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Bishop's Waltham Junior School

Good267 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Anyfish (Atkinson Fresh Fish)0.2 km
  • James Irwin Home0.6 km
  • Newtown Newsmart1.0 km
  • Stainers Bakery And Tea Room0.2 km
  • Hoxton Bakehouse0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Barleycorn Inn0.1 km
  • The Bunch Of Grapes0.2 km
  • Priory Inn0.8 km
  • The Crown Inn0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa0.2 km
  • Just In Case And Anvil Coffee Shop0.1 km
  • Banks Bar And Bistro0.2 km
  • Cornflower Sky0.3 km
  • The Waltham Tandoori0.1 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Pauls Plaice0.2 km
  • Silver River Takeaway0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Fairlawn Bed And Breakfast0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Botley5.4 km
  • Hedge End6.8 km
  • Swanwick9.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Bank Street0.2 km
  • Bank Street0.2 km
  • The Square0.2 km
  • Oak Road0.3 km
  • Godfrey Pink Way0.3 km