SO51 0DN is a safe, established residential area on Dowling Crescent, 0.6km from Woodley in Romsey. Administratively it sits within Romsey Cupernham ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO51, SO51 0DN offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With residents averaging 31 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £373k, down 18.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SO51 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00190575 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DOWLING CRESCENT, SO51 0DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWLING CRESCENT, SO51 0DN.
357
31
£ 58,300 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO51 0DN 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SO51 0DN — age 31, 86% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 18.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO51 0DN. The average age is 31.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 309,000
6 sales · Mean £ 319,741
Semi-Detached
£ 353,500
14 sales · Mean £ 355,773
Detached
£ 400,000
9 sales · Mean £ 406,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO51 0DN has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
Cupernham Junior School
Cupernham Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Hunters Inn Limited0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Adore Cafe0.6 km
- Mandarin Chef1.0 km
- I Wanna Be...Role Play Village Ltd0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.5 km
- The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Dawat0.5 km
- Gramo Fish And Chips0.5 km
- Jade House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Romsey2.3 km
- Chandlers Ford6.3 km
- Mottisfont & Dunbridge6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Woodley Cemetery0.4 km
- Woodley Cemetery0.4 km
- Hillier Arboretum0.4 km
- Woodley Close0.4 km
- Woodley Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO510DN · Data under Open Government Licence