Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

FOREST VIEW, SO51 6EG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOREST VIEW, SO51 6EG.

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

326

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 58,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SO51 6EG is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

SO51 6EG is a safe, established residential area on Forest View, 1.0km from Plaitford Green in Test Valley. Administratively it sits within Blackwater ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

For families considering a move, SO51 6EG represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. 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. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SO51 6EG are sourced from Output Area E00117682 (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 6EG. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

SO51 6EG has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Shoe Inn1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • New Forest Lavender Tearooms0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mottisfont & Dunbridge7.0 km
  • Dean7.1 km
  • Romsey7.8 km