Postcode Analysis Test Valley, South East

HESTIA CLOSE, SO51 8PA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HESTIA CLOSE, SO51 8PA.

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Population

348

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SO51 8PA 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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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SO51 8PA's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £480k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SO51 8PA is a sought-after residential area on Hestia Close, 0.1km from Halterworth in Test Valley. Administratively it sits within Romsey Cupernham ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.

For serious buyers, SO51 8PA is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 96% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £480k. 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 8PA are sourced from Output Area E00117882 (shared with 32 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 8PA. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.4%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 480,000

3 sales · Mean £ 463,316

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SO51 8PA has low crime rates — 8 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.

Violence and sexual offences16
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Halterworth Primary School

Outstanding434 pupils0.6 km
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Cupernham Junior School

Good344 pupils0.9 km
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Cupernham Infant School

Good251 pupils0.9 km
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The Mountbatten School

Good1442 pupils1.2 km
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Romsey Primary School

Good312 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Hunters Inn Limited0.4 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.8 km
  • The Southern Co-operative Ltd1.0 km
  • Welcome Co-op Romsey0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Jade House0.8 km
  • Seafare Two0.5 km
  • The Spice Of Romsey0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Ray Meader And Sons0.2 km
  • T And M Stores0.5 km
  • Spar Whitenap1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Mandarin Chef0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Romsey1.8 km
  • Chandlers Ford6.0 km
  • Mottisfont & Dunbridge7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Hestia Close0.0 km
  • Hestia Close0.1 km
  • Meaders Garage0.2 km
  • Meaders Garage0.2 km
  • Seward Rise0.3 km