SO32 1LW is a sought-after residential area on Mallard Close, 0.1km from Newtown in Bishop's Waltham. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Waltham ward and the Meon Valley constituency.
For serious buyers, SO32 1LW 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. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £388k, down 14.4% year-on-year. 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 1LW are sourced from Output Area E00117993 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALLARD CLOSE, SO32 1LW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALLARD CLOSE, SO32 1LW.
318
43
£ 47,100 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO32 1LW 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO32 1LW's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership, and £388k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 14.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO32 1LW. The average age is 42.9. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 343,900
7 sales · Mean £ 339,271
Semi-Detached
£ 343,000
4 sales · Mean £ 347,250
Detached
£ 410,000
6 sales · Mean £ 438,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO32 1LW 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- James Irwin Home0.6 km
- Newtown Newsmart0.3 km
- Tangier Farm0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fairlawn Bed And Breakfast0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Priory Inn0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Botley4.8 km
- Hedge End5.8 km
- Eastleigh8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Churchill Avenue0.2 km
- The Avenue0.3 km
- Churchill Avenue0.3 km
- Claylands Road0.4 km
- Priory Court0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SO321LW · Data under Open Government Licence