SO53 1GW is a sought-after residential area on Heathlands Road, 0.3km from Cuckoo Bushes in Chandler's Ford. Administratively it sits within Chandler's Ford ward and the Winchester constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SO53, SO53 1GW offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% 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 £434k. 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 1GW are sourced from Output Area E00115204 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEATHLANDS ROAD, SO53 1GW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEATHLANDS ROAD, SO53 1GW.
342
42
£ 55,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO53 1GW 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 1GW's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £434k median price 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 1GW. The average age is 42.3. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 392,500
2 sales · Mean £ 392,500
Detached
£ 492,000
3 sales · Mean £ 478,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO53 1GW has low crime rates — 9 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.
school Local Schools
Chandler's Ford Infant School
Hiltingbury Infant School
Hiltingbury Junior School
Merdon Junior School
Knightwood Primary School
Fryern Infant School
Fryern Junior School
St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Monks Brook0.8 km
- STORME INNS LTD - THE HILTONBURY FARMHOUSE0.8 km
- KINGS COURT CENTRE LTD0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- BAY LEAVES LARDER0.8 km
- Friendly Fridays0.6 km
- HURSLEY CAFE0.8 km
- Sunrise Balti0.9 km
- Aramark at Draper Tools0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- CO-OP1.0 km
- TESCO EXPRESS0.9 km
- THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- ADORE0.8 km
- DOMINO'S PIZZA0.9 km
- Davids Fish Bar0.9 km
- MANDARIN GARDEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.9 km
- ROCCOS PIZZA0.9 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.8 km
- LAXMINEWS LTD0.7 km
- PureSk1n0.8 km
- SARAH HUSE BEAUTY0.4 km
- S & E ANDERSON LTD0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chandlers Ford1.0 km
- Eastleigh3.7 km
- Southampton Airport Parkway4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Heathlands Road0.1 km
- Ramalley Lane0.2 km
- Ramalley Lane0.2 km
- Rusland Close0.2 km
- Cypress Grove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SO531GW · Data under Open Government Licence