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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St Mary's
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Hanover Buildings
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Golden Grove
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Palmerston Road
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Broad Green
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Briton Street
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Bugle Street
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Gloucester Square
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Bell Street
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Alcantara Crescent
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Ocean Village & Town Quay
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Channel Way
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Briton Street
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Castle Way
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Broad Green
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Palmerston Road
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Chapel Road
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Marsh Lane
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Bugle Street
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Bugle Street
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Westgate Street
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Castle Way
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Latimer Street
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Channel Way
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Queensway
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Ocean Village & Town Quay
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Windsor Terrace
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Above Bar Street
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Portland Terrace
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Marsh Lane
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Northam Road
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High Street
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James Street
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High Street
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Latimer Street
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Ocean Village & Town Quay
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Lower Canal Walk
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East Street
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East Street
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Mermaid Way
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Market Place
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Channel Way
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Above Bar Street
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Above Bar Street
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Brintons Road
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St Mary Street
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Hanover Buildings
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Bugle Street
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Simnel Street
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Bernard Street
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Carpathia Drive
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Atlantic Close
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Chapel Road
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Havelock Road
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Civic Centre Road
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Herbert Walker Avenue
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Harbour Parade
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Albion Place
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Houndwell Place
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Golden Grove
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St Mary Street
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Ascupart Street
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Bernard Street
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Ocean Village & Town Quay
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Mermaid Way
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Central Road
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Terminus Terrace
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King Street
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Orchard Lane
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Orchard Place
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Duke Street
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Lower Canal Walk
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Maritime Walk
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Civic Centre Road
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Bernard Street
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Chantry Road
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Above Bar Street
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New Road
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East Park Terrace
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St Michael's Street
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Canal Walk
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Maritime Walk
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King Street
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Oxford Street
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Albert Road South
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Andes Close
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City Centre & The Polygon
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Tasman Close
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Pacific Close
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City Centre & The Polygon
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St Mary's
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Broad Green
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James Street
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.