Alresford and Itchen Valley ward is located in the Winchester district of Hampshire. The area includes the historic market town of New Alresford, known for its Georgian architecture and the Watercress Line heritage railway. The ward also covers several rural villages, such as Itchen Stoke, Itchen Abbas, and Avington, which lie along the River Itchen. The landscape is characterised by chalk streams, water meadows, and farmland, offering a mix of natural beauty and agricultural activity.
The ward has strong transport links, with the A31 and A272 roads providing access to Winchester and surrounding areas. Local amenities include independent shops, pubs, and schools, catering to both residents and visitors. The area is popular for outdoor activities like walking, cycling, and fishing, with the Itchen Way footpath running through the valley. Alresford and Itchen Valley combines a rural setting with convenient access to urban centres.
On average Alresford and Itchen Valley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Alresford and Itchen Valley is £54,910 per year. There are 5 schools in Alresford and Itchen Valley: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £505,000 in Alresford and Itchen Valley area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £2,905,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 35 | £695,000 |
| Flats | 5 | £185,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 20 | £467,500 |
| Terraced | 23 | £420,000 |
10 years price trend in Alresford and Itchen Valley
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Meryon Road
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New Farm Road
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Ox Drove Way
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Bridgetts Lane
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Station Close
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Springvale & Itchen Abbas
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Chapel Lane
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Hobbs Close
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New Alresford
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Beech Road
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Beneden Green
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Rectory Lane
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Springvale & Itchen Abbas
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Springvale & Itchen Abbas
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Springvale & Itchen Abbas
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Rodfield Lane
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West Street
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West Street
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New Alresford
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The Avenue
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Ox Drove Way
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East Street
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Nicholson Place
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Searles Close
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Derwent Gardens
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Hasted Drive
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New Farm Road
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New Farm Road
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Springvale & Itchen Abbas
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Springvale & Itchen Abbas
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School Lane
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Bighton Lane
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The Avenue
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Winchester Road
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Grange Road
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Appledown Close
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Bighton Dean Lane
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Alresford Road
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Springvale & Itchen Abbas
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Northington Road
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Church Lane
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Station Road
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Broad Street
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The Dean
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Broad Street
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Station Road
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Bramble Hill
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Jacklyns Lane
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New Farm Road
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Springvale & Itchen Abbas
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.