SO53 1AL is a sought-after residential area on Hursley Road, 0.5km from Cuckoo Bushes in Chandler's Ford. Administratively it sits within Hiltingbury ward and the Winchester constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO53, SO53 1AL offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 68% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k, up 2.1% year-on-year. 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 SO53 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00168044 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HURSLEY ROAD, SO53 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HURSLEY ROAD, SO53 1AL.
296
34
£ 68,800 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO53 1AL 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SO53 1AL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £235k, 68% 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. Property prices are trending up 2.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO53 1AL. The average age is 34.3. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 215,000
13 sales · Mean £ 218,423
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO53 1AL has low crime rates — 15 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.
school Local Schools
Hiltingbury Infant School
Hiltingbury Junior School
Knightwood Primary School
Chandler's Ford Infant School
Merdon Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Forty Winks Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- BAY LEAVES LARDER0.6 km
- Friendly Fridays0.4 km
- Aramark at Draper Tools0.4 km
- TEALS DAY PROVISION0.4 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- S & E ANDERSON LTD0.6 km
- DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.6 km
- PureSk1n0.9 km
- SARAH HUSE BEAUTY0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- STORME INNS LTD - THE HILTONBURY FARMHOUSE0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- TESCO EXPRESS0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chandlers Ford1.6 km
- Eastleigh4.2 km
- Shawford5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Lauriston Drive0.1 km
- North Millers Dale0.1 km
- North Millers Dale0.1 km
- Cuckoo Bushes Lane0.2 km
- The Deanery0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO531AL · Data under Open Government Licence