SO53 1DZ is a sought-after residential area on The Maples, 0.3km from Cuckoo Bushes in Chandler's Ford. Administratively it sits within Hiltingbury ward and the Winchester constituency.
For serious buyers, SO53 1DZ is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 88% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £725k. 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 1DZ are sourced from Output Area E00115423 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE MAPLES, SO53 1DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE MAPLES, SO53 1DZ.
383
46
£ 68,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO53 1DZ 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO53 1DZ's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £725k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £725k 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 SO53 1DZ. The average age is 46.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 575,000
5 sales · Mean £ 548,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO53 1DZ has low crime rates — 9 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.
school Local Schools
Merdon Junior School
Chandler's Ford Infant School
Hiltingbury Junior School
Hiltingbury Infant School
Fryern Infant School
Fryern Junior School
Scantabout Primary School
St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- HALFWAY INN0.8 km
- Monks Brook0.8 km
- KINGS COURT CENTRE LTD0.7 km
- THE KING RUFUS0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- BAY LEAVES LARDER0.6 km
- CLAY GARDEN1.0 km
- COSTA COFFEE0.7 km
- Friendly Fridays0.6 km
- HURSLEY CAFE0.9 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- CO-OP0.7 km
- TESCO EXPRESS0.9 km
- WAITROSE0.9 km
- THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- ADORE0.9 km
- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.7 km
- Davids Fish Bar0.7 km
- MANDARIN GARDEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.7 km
- ROCCOS PIZZA0.7 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.6 km
- HILTINGBURY STORES1.0 km
- JUST ROLLS LTD0.7 km
- LAXMINEWS LTD0.8 km
- PureSk1n0.5 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chandlers Ford1.0 km
- Eastleigh3.4 km
- Southampton Airport Parkway4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Valley Road0.1 km
- Valley Road0.1 km
- Tyrrel Road0.1 km
- Tyrrel Road0.1 km
- Cypress Grove0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO531DZ · Data under Open Government Licence