Bargate ward is located in the heart of Southampton, covering part of the city center. It includes key landmarks like the historic Bargate monument, a medieval gatehouse that once served as the main entrance to the city. The area is a mix of retail, commercial, and residential spaces, with Westquay Shopping Centre and the Guildhall nearby. Public transport links are easily accessible, connecting the ward to other parts of the city.
The ward has a high population density, with a mix of students, professionals, and long-term residents. Green spaces are limited, but the nearby parks like Hoglands Park provide some recreational areas. The nightlife and dining options are concentrated here, catering to both locals and visitors. Bargate’s central location makes it a hub for business and leisure in Southampton.
On average Bargate has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 292 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bargate is £45,022 per year. There are 4 schools in Bargate: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £192,500 in Bargate area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,000 up to £735,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £308,000; semi-detached at £320,000; terraced at £315,000; flats at £182,500.
10 years price trend in Bargate
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City Centre & The Polygon
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Pound Tree Road
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Hamtun Street
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Bugle Street
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St Michael's Street
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Queensway
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Briton Street
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Atlantic Close
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Above Bar Street
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Civic Centre Road
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Above Bar Street
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Harbour Parade
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City Centre & The Polygon
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City Centre & The Polygon
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St Mary's
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St Mary's
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St Mary Street
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St Mary Street
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High Street
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West Street
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Ocean Village & Town Quay
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Ocean Village & Town Quay
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Rudd Way
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Andersons Road
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West Quay Road
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City Centre & The Polygon
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Coleman Street
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St Mary's
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Pound Tree Road
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Golden Grove
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Bugle Street
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Briton Street
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Orchard Lane
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Duke Street
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Back Of The Walls
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Back Of The Walls
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St Lawrence Road
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The Compass
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Thomas Blake Avenue
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Portland Street
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Portland Terrace
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Castle Way
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Harbour Parade
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St Mary's
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East Park Terrace
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St Mary's
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Hanover Buildings
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Golden Grove
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West Park Road
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Central Road
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Challis Court
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Briton Street
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Old Road
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St Mary's
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Elm Terrace
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Paget Street
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Above Bar Street
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Commercial Road
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Above Bar Street
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Northam Road
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Northam Road
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East Street
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St Mary Street
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Golden Grove
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Golden Grove
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Castle Way
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Bargate Street
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East Street
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Mermaid Way
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Mermaid Way
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Maritime Walk
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European Way
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Captains Place
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Andersons Road
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Civic Centre Road
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Windsor Terrace
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Civic Centre Road
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Civic Centre Road
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City Centre & The Polygon
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Lower Canal Walk
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Lower Canal Walk
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Ascupart Street
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Johnson Street
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Cook Street
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James Street
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City Centre & The Polygon
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Bugle Street
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Town Quay
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Castle Square
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Castle Lane
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King Street
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Ocean Village & Town Quay
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Back Of The Walls
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St Mary's
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.