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Andover Central

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About

Andover Central is the historic core of the town, focused on the High Street and its surrounding network of streets. The area contains a mix of retail units, local services, and residential properties, with architecture reflecting its long development. The main pedestrianised section provides a focal point for everyday shopping and community events.

A notable landmark is the Town Mill, a restored 18th-century watermill on the River Anton. This watercourse runs through the area, with paths following it toward the nearby Walks parkland. The parish church of St. Mary's, with its origins in the 12th century, stands near the modern Chantry Centre shopping precinct.

Area overview

On average Andover Central has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Andover Central is £53,151 per year. There are 1 schools in Andover Central: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Andover Central is home to around 7,491 people, with a population density of about 3,307.9 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
85
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
18%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Andover Central Population
7,491
Population density
3,307.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
46.32(+47%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.29(+58%)
Shoplifting
16.69(+108%)
Public order
9.88(+62%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.14(+26%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,420
85.66%
Other White
466
6.22%
Indian
153
2.04%
Other Asian
107
1.43%
White and Asian (mixed)
54
0.72%
Total population: 7,495

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,576
25.26%
No qualifications
1,186
19.01%
Level 3 (A level)
1,148
18.4%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
978
15.68%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
761
12.2%
Total 16+ residents: 6,238

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,020
30.75%
Owns outright
988
29.79%
Private landlord or letting agency
494
14.89%
Other social rented
488
14.71%
Social rents from council
200
6.03%
Total households: 3,317

Property prices in Andover Central

Based on 91 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Andover Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,500 up to £842,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Andover Central in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Andover Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£425,000
Flats21£169,500
Semi-Detached31£308,500
Terraced28£257,500

10 years median price trend in Andover Central

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Andover Central.

All postcodes in Andover Central

SP103UZ

Brooks Rise

SP101QW

Shepherds Spring Lane

SP103DT

Silver Birch Road

SP103HJ

Mylen Road

SP103HQ

Ferndale Road

SP103XB

Charlton Road

SP109SB

Andover St Mary's

SP101AF

New Street Close

SP103FU

Bishops Way

SP101HP

Vigo Road

SP109JX

Andover St Mary's

SP101JA

St Johns Road

SP103RL

Silchester Close

SP101JR

Madrid Road

SP105HP

Pilgrims Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.