Is SO51 5SX a safe place to live?

Yes, SO51 5SX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SO51 5SX?

The average property price in SO51 5SX is currently around £658k.

What is the population of SO51 5SX?

The population for the SO51 5SX area is approximately 320 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

BOTLEY ROAD, SO51 5SX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOTLEY ROAD, SO51 5SX.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO51 5SX 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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8/10

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5/10

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4/10

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2/10

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9/10

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7/10

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9/10

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6/10

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Area Character

SO51 5SX is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £658k, 88% 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SO51 5SX is a sought-after residential area on Botley Road, 0.5km from Luzborough in Romsey. Administratively it sits within Romsey Tadburn ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO51, SO51 5SX offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £658k. 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 SO51 5SX are sourced from Output Area E00117910 (shared with 27 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 SO51 5SX. 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 / British98.1%

Asian / British Asian0.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

41%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 1%

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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

Detached

£ 605,000

4 sales · Mean £ 556,212

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

SO51 5SX has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10

Public order3

Vehicle crime3

Burglary2

Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

The Mountbatten School

Good1442 pupils0.3 km

Halterworth Primary School

Outstanding434 pupils0.3 km

Romsey Primary School

Good312 pupils1.3 km

Cupernham Junior School

Good344 pupils1.5 km

Cupernham Infant School

Good251 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Luzborough House0.7 km

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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Seafare Two1.0 km
The Spice Of Romsey1.0 km

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Jigsaw Early Years Consultancy0.9 km
T And M Stores1.0 km
Baby Necessities0.7 km
Spar Whitenap0.0 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Welcome Co-op Romsey0.5 km
The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Romsey1.6 km
Chandlers Ford6.1 km
Redbridge7.5 km

Bus Stops

Halterworth Lane0.1 km
Halterworth Lane0.1 km
Primary School0.2 km
Chambers Avenue0.3 km
The Vikings0.3 km