Postcode Analysis Winchester, South East

SOLOMONS LANE, SO32 2LY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOLOMONS LANE, SO32 2LY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

419

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 47,100 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO32 2LY 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.

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9/10
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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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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 2LY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £762k, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

SO32 2LY is a sought-after residential area on Solomons Lane, 0.6km from Waltham Chase in Shirrell Heath. Administratively it sits within Central Meon Valley ward and the Meon Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO32, SO32 2LY 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. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% 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 2 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 2LY are sourced from Output Area E00118238 (shared with 18 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 2LY. 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

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 762,500

2 sales · Mean £ 762,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

SO32 2LY has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School

Good274 pupils0.0 km
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Swanmore College

Good1306 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • New Place Hotel1.0 km
  • Ria's Cafe0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Fantastic Mr Choc0.9 km
  • Waltham Chase Convenience0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Black Dog Inn0.4 km
  • The Old Forge Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Botley4.5 km
  • Hedge End7.0 km
  • Swanwick7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • St Johns School Grounds0.2 km
  • The Black Dog0.3 km
  • The Black Dog0.3 km