SO52 9HX is a sought-after residential area on Firgrove Road, 0.4km from North Baddesley in North Baddesley. Administratively it sits within North Baddesley ward and the Romsey and Southampton North constituency.
For serious buyers, SO52 9HX is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SO52 9HX are sourced from Output Area E00117841 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FIRGROVE ROAD, SO52 9HX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIRGROVE ROAD, SO52 9HX.
423
37
£ 52,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO52 9HX combines high owner-occupation (73%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO52 9HX. The average age is 37.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO52 9HX has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. 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
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bella Vita0.7 km
- Beadle's0.5 km
- Water Margin0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chunkys0.5 km
- Pipasa Balti Indian Takeaway0.5 km
- Sheung Moon0.3 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.6 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Baddesley Service Station0.2 km
- Chez Gerrard0.5 km
- Fleming Stores Ltd Trading As Premier0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Coop0.3 km
- The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Bedes Lea0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Romsey3.8 km
- Chandlers Ford4.1 km
- Swaythling6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Firgrove Road0.1 km
- Firgrove Road0.1 km
- Edwina Close0.4 km
- The Vineyards0.4 km
- Crescent Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO529HX · Data under Open Government Licence