SO53 5NQ is a sought-after residential area on Hiltingbury Road, 0.4km 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 5NQ offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 85% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k. 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 5NQ are sourced from Output Area E00115431 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILTINGBURY ROAD, SO53 5NQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILTINGBURY ROAD, SO53 5NQ.
314
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£ 68,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SO53 5NQ 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SO53 5NQ combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£430k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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 5NQ. The average age is 45.8. 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
£ 430,000
1 sales · Mean £ 430,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SO53 5NQ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hiltingbury Junior School
Hiltingbury Infant School
Merdon Junior School
Chandler's Ford Infant School
Thornden School
Lakeside School
Scantabout Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- BAY LEAVES LARDER0.0 km
- CLAY GARDEN0.8 km
- Friendly Fridays0.3 km
- Aramark at Draper Tools0.9 km
- TEALS DAY PROVISION0.3 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- S & E ANDERSON LTD0.0 km
- DAY LEWIS PHARMACY0.1 km
- HILTINGBURY STORES0.9 km
- PureSk1n0.3 km
- SARAH HUSE BEAUTY0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- TESCO EXPRESS0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chandlers Ford1.6 km
- Eastleigh3.9 km
- Shawford4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Pine Road0.0 km
- Pine Road0.1 km
- Hiltingbury Road0.1 km
- Pine Crescent0.2 km
- Pine Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SO535NQ · Data under Open Government Licence