SO53 1FL is a sought-after residential area on Rufus Close, 0.6km from Hiltingbury in Chandler's Ford. Administratively it sits within Hiltingbury ward and the Winchester constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO53, SO53 1FL offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 91% 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 7 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 SO53 1FL are sourced from Output Area E00115403 (shared with 32 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUFUS CLOSE, SO53 1FL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUFUS CLOSE, SO53 1FL.
367
48
£ 68,800 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO53 1FL 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SO53 1FL's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO53 1FL. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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)
SO53 1FL has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Merdon Junior School
Scantabout Primary School
Thornden School
Lakeside School
Chandler's Ford Infant School
Fryern Infant School
Fryern Junior School
Hiltingbury Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.9 km
- HILTINGBURY STORES0.4 km
- JUST ROLLS LTD0.5 km
- PureSk1n0.5 km
- SARAH HUSE BEAUTY0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- TEALS DAY PROVISION1.0 km
- WAFFLES & CREAM0.5 km
- BAY LEAVES LARDER0.8 km
- CLAY GARDEN0.5 km
- COSTA COFFEE0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- KINGS COURT CENTRE LTD0.7 km
- THE KING RUFUS0.4 km
- HALFWAY INN0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- WAITROSE0.6 km
- CO-OP0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.6 km
- Davids Fish Bar0.6 km
- MANDARIN GARDEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.6 km
- ROCCOS PIZZA0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chandlers Ford1.3 km
- Eastleigh3.1 km
- Shawford4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Kingsway0.2 km
- Kingsway0.2 km
- Lakewood Road0.3 km
- Peverells Wood Avenue0.4 km
- Lakewood Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SO531FL · Data under Open Government Licence