SO53 1FN is a sought-after residential area on Westwood Gardens, 0.7km from Chandler's Ford in Chandler's Ford. Administratively it sits within Hiltingbury ward and the Winchester constituency.
For serious buyers, SO53 1FN is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £498k, up 13.6% 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 1FN are sourced from Output Area E00115401 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTWOOD GARDENS, SO53 1FN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTWOOD GARDENS, SO53 1FN.
360
52
£ 68,800 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO53 1FN 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 1FN's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £498k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £498k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 13.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO53 1FN. The average age is 52.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 440,000
17 sales · Mean £ 459,882
Terraced
£ 475,900
2 sales · Mean £ 475,900
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO53 1FN has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. 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
Fryern Junior School
Fryern Infant School
Chandler's Ford Infant School
St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- HILTINGBURY STORES0.6 km
- JUST ROLLS LTD0.4 km
- PureSk1n0.7 km
- SARAH HUSE BEAUTY0.8 km
- SHELL0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- WAFFLES & CREAM0.4 km
- CLAY GARDEN0.6 km
- COSTA COFFEE0.4 km
- Masala Lounge0.3 km
- Sunrise Balti0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- KINGS COURT CENTRE LTD0.6 km
- THE KING RUFUS0.1 km
- HALFWAY INN0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- WAITROSE0.5 km
- CO-OP0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.6 km
- Davids Fish Bar0.5 km
- MANDARIN GARDEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.5 km
- ROCCOS PIZZA0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chandlers Ford1.3 km
- Eastleigh2.9 km
- Southampton Airport Parkway4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Peverells Wood Avenue0.1 km
- Kendal Close0.2 km
- Kendal Close0.2 km
- Peverells Wood Avenue0.2 km
- Kingsway0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO531FN · Data under Open Government Licence