SO52 9FQ is a safe, established residential area on Meadow Close, 0.8km from North Baddesley in North Baddesley. Administratively it sits within North Baddesley ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.
For families considering a move, SO52 9FQ represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SO52 9FQ are sourced from Output Area E00117834 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEADOW CLOSE, SO52 9FQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADOW CLOSE, SO52 9FQ.
246
47
£ 52,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO52 9FQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
SO52 9FQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO52 9FQ. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO52 9FQ has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
North Baddesley Junior School
North Baddesley Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Bedes Lea0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.6 km
- Coop0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Hong Kong Takeaway0.6 km
- Chunkys0.7 km
- Pipasa Balti Indian Takeaway0.7 km
- Sheung Moon0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Packridge Apartments And Bed And Breakfast1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bella Vita0.8 km
- Beadle's0.7 km
- Water Margin0.9 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Baddesley Service Station0.9 km
- Chez Gerrard0.8 km
- Fleming Stores Ltd Trading As Premier0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Romsey4.2 km
- Chandlers Ford4.3 km
- Swaythling5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Meadow Close0.1 km
- Winstone Crescent0.1 km
- Meadow Close0.1 km
- Winstone Crescent0.1 km
- Tanners Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SO529FQ · Data under Open Government Licence