Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

AMBLESIDE, SO32 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AMBLESIDE, SO32 1BU.

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

348

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 47,100 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO32 1BU 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.

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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SO32 1BU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £762k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £762k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

SO32 1BU is a sought-after residential area on Ambleside, 0.1km 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 1BU offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £762k. 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 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00117977 (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 1BU. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 762,500

2 sales · Mean £ 762,500

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

SO32 1BU has low crime rates — 27 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.

Violence and sexual offences38
Vehicle crime8
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • James Irwin Home0.7 km
  • Newtown Newsmart0.4 km
  • Tangier Farm0.0 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Fairlawn Bed And Breakfast0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Priory Inn0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Botley4.8 km
  • Hedge End5.7 km
  • Eastleigh8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Churchill Avenue0.3 km
  • Churchill Avenue0.4 km
  • The Avenue0.4 km
  • Claylands Road0.5 km