Postcode Analysis Eastleigh, South East

VALLEY ROAD, SO53 1GQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VALLEY ROAD, SO53 1GQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

383

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 68,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SO53 1GQ 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

SO53 1GQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £790k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £790k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 88.1% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SO53 1GQ is a sought-after residential area on Valley Road, 0.3km 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 1GQ offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £790k, up 88.1% 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 1GQ are sourced from Output Area E00115423 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SO53 1GQ. 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

White / British88.1%
Asian / British Asian7.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 557,000

2 sales · Mean £ 557,000

Semi-Detached

£ 407,500

2 sales · Mean £ 407,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SO53 1GQ has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order4
Other theft4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Chandler's Ford Infant School

Good177 pupils0.6 km
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Merdon Junior School

Good253 pupils0.8 km
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Hiltingbury Junior School

Good384 pupils0.8 km
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Hiltingbury Infant School

Outstanding270 pupils0.8 km
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Fryern Junior School

Good324 pupils1.3 km
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Fryern Infant School

Good154 pupils1.3 km
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Knightwood Primary School

Outstanding419 pupils1.3 km
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St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford

Good190 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • HALFWAY INN0.9 km
  • Monks Brook0.7 km
  • STORME INNS LTD - THE HILTONBURY FARMHOUSE1.0 km
  • KINGS COURT CENTRE LTD0.7 km
  • THE KING RUFUS1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • BAY LEAVES LARDER0.7 km
  • CHIANG-MAI THAI RESTAURANT1.0 km
  • COSTA COFFEE0.8 km
  • Friendly Fridays0.6 km
  • HURSLEY CAFE0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • CO-OP0.8 km
  • TESCO EXPRESS1.0 km
  • WAITROSE1.0 km
  • THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • ADORE0.8 km
  • DOMINO'S PIZZA0.7 km
  • Davids Fish Bar0.8 km
  • MANDARIN GARDEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.7 km
  • ROCCOS PIZZA0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.7 km
  • JUST ROLLS LTD0.8 km
  • LAXMINEWS LTD0.7 km
  • PureSk1n0.7 km
  • SARAH HUSE BEAUTY0.2 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chandlers Ford0.9 km
  • Eastleigh3.5 km
  • Southampton Airport Parkway4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Cypress Grove0.1 km
  • Heathlands Road0.1 km
  • Valley Road0.2 km
  • Valley Road0.2 km
  • Tyrrel Road0.2 km